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[Review] SGP Ultra Silke Case + Steinheil Ultra Crystal SP

I just got the SGP Ultra Silke case as well as the Steinheil Ultra Cystal SP (included with the case) and I thought I'd give a little review as there aren't really any out there.
I'd like to start off by saying this case is in fact intended for the Vibrant [T-Mobile] so the SP isn't entirely compatible with the I9000.
What's in the box:
- 1 Ultra Silke case
- 1 SP
- 3 lens protectors
- 1 microfiber cloth
No squeegee was included for whatever reason.
Anyway, the case came in a coffin like plastic container (shipping was pretty fast, ~9 business days to Ottawa). The case itself is very nice, it's made of what seems to be a cross between some sort of foam and silicone. Dust doesn't cling to it but it remains smooth, soft and flexible. All the cut outs are perfectly aligned and the buttons (covered) are still easy to locate and easily pushable. The case in no way interferes with usability. Your finger is not even affected by the case when scrolling through the letters on the right side of the contact pane. Now there are 2 things I don't entirely like (but don't mind either). For one the case isn't pitch black, it's more of an off black. Second, the case has a hole in the upper right corner for an antenna which I believe is for Korean version of the SGS. I never really understood this though because SGP is a California based company and there are no SGS phones with this antenna port in North America.
The Steinheil Ultra Crystal SP has been rated really well so I figured that I'd try and make it work even though it wasn't cut to accomodate the home button. What I ended up trying to do was cut the hole for the home button and use the scrap piece to protect it. The cutting went quite well (I got some nice clean cuts and they were all the correct size) but I soon found that the SP material was too thick and the adhesive too weak. The SP bit that I cut for the home button wasn't sticky enough to adhere nor was it flexible enough to take the shape of the button. After I got the SP on I noticed similar problems. The adhesive is no where near strong enough. Even after pushing out any bubbles and pushing down all the edges firmly some seem to lift up again. I also noticed that even while the SP was on you could shift it around by pushing it. The SP also had a sort of tacky feel compared to the glass.
Conclusion:
Case [9/10]
- Great material, looks great and very well designed. The only big problem is the hole for the antenna.
Screen Protector [7/10] (Edit: originally gave it a 6 but a 7 is more realistic. The SP is smoother then I thought)
- Very clear and it offers great protection but it isn't adhesive enough. It might even be better to make the SP thinner. I've noticed bubles forming under the edges of the SP for the front as well as for the camera which is annoying me to no end. The bubbles always return!
I bought the case for the case alone, the SP was an added bonus. I love the case so I can't complain. The SP on the otherhand is great for the time being (I've been using the one that came with the phone for the past 2 weeks) but not something I plan to keep. I have a StealthGuard SP in the mail so after I test that one, and if it isn't good enough, I think I'll settle on a Realook as I've heard great reviews.
Anyway, it isn't the little review I intended it to be but hopefully it gives some insight. I'll post pictures later. All questions and comments are welcome.
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Seems like good stuff when you put it that way.
A tip:
Use a hairdryer to heat the plastic and press while warm. Makes the plastic softer and allows it to be reshaped. I used a lighter to heat the generic screen protector I put on my home-button.
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mickeko said:
Seems like good stuff when you put it that way.
A tip:
Use a hairdryer to heat the plastic and press while warm. Makes the plastic softer and allows it to be reshaped. I used a lighter to heat the generic screen protector I put on my home-button.
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Thanks for the tip. How does the adhesive work after heating it though? Heating an adhesive generally weakens it and this SP already has awful adhesive.
The SP feels and looks great but the weak adhesive drives me nuts. Bubbles still appear at the edges of the SP and the cam lens. If it weren't for the case covering up the bubbles on the main SP I'd probably rip it off. Hopefully my other SP's come soon.

nemethb said:
Thanks for the tip. How does the adhesive work after heating it though? Heating an adhesive generally weakens it and this SP already has awful adhesive.
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I have no issue at all with the adhesive on the protector I put on my home-button (not with the screen-protector either, as it got a bit heated too). Looks a bit crap though as I cut the plastic myself without much care.

I use this case and a sgp ultra crystal clear and its like you have a different product. The edges on mine are perfect and there is absolutely no way i can move the protector around. Mine is also very smooth almost like the glass itself. Very strange. Did you mount yours backwards?
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dakine said:
I use this case and a sgp ultra crystal clear and its like you have a different product. The edges on mine are perfect and there is absolutely no way i can move the protector around. Mine is also very smooth almost like the glass itself. Very strange. Did you mount yours backwards?
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Serious question...?
Mine is smooth as well although not as smooth as glass. The edges also bubble up no matter what I do. I've been pressing the edges down for the past few days and they still lift up. Like I said before, the adhesive is crap. I am liking the Steinheil more and more every day but the bubbling edges drive me nuts.
The Realook SP that I've been looking into doesn't need an adhesive to stick (it statically clings to the screen) and so can be washed and used over and over.

nemethb said:
Serious question...?
Mine is smooth as well although not as smooth as glass. The edges also bubble up no matter what I do. I've been pressing the edges down for the past few days and they still lift up. Like I said before, the adhesive is crap. I am liking the Steinheil more and more every day but the bubbling edges drive me nuts.
The Realook SP that I've been looking into doesn't need an adhesive to stick (it statically clings to the screen) and so can be washed and used over and over.
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Hmmm I'm now convinced you have a different product. I bought my protector first so I didn't use the one that came with the case. Maybe there is a difference there or sgp changed them since I purchased. The ones I have definitely don't bubble.
These protectors do feel a little grippy when first installed but become really smooth over time.

Is it easy to remove the case to swap the battery? Thanks.
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I am looking for a UK web site to order, my friend living in uk will order it for me then bring it after a couple days to my country, we have no time to wait because all web sites that i can find is in US. amazon.co.uk dont sell it. Do you have any uk web site?

The case is very easy to remove. It simply stretches over the phone.
No, I do not know a UK site for this case.
I must add a downside to this case though. The "silke" feel is actually due to some sort of coating and not the material the case is made of. I have found that this coating can rub off and is visible and "feelable" in certain areas.

nemethb said:
Serious question...?
Mine is smooth as well although not as smooth as glass. The edges also bubble up no matter what I do. I've been pressing the edges down for the past few days and they still lift up. Like I said before, the adhesive is crap. I am liking the Steinheil more and more every day but the bubbling edges drive me nuts.
The Realook SP that I've been looking into doesn't need an adhesive to stick (it statically clings to the screen) and so can be washed and used over and over.
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I have the Realook on my phone. Outside of small air bubbles on my screen, it's a great protector. Also a good plus that we can reuse it

I just got my Realook Screen protectors yesterday. They look great. I'm not going to put one on though until this sgp one gets scratched a lot. I'd rather not waste a 10 dollar screen protector, lol.
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Got a SGP ultra Oleo today... the only issue is that it says "For iPhone 4" on the front... is this a mistype or did I really get the wrong thing? Double checked my shipping order and I for sure got a galaxy protector lol

nemethb said:
The case is very easy to remove. It simply stretches over the phone.
No, I do not know a UK site for this case.
I must add a downside to this case though. The "silke" feel is actually due to some sort of coating and not the material the case is made of. I have found that this coating can rub off and is visible and "feelable" in certain areas.
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I have this case for 9 months now and I have to say that I have no rub off. The skin looks like day one. Also the screen protector is very very good, I was able to put it on without any bubbles forming. And for the price of 19.99 is an absolute steal. If you look for a well made case this is. And the fact that is made in Korea shows in the way the case is finished with no points of connection showing like other cases out there.

i'm using this sgp case and SteinheilUC sp for 3 months and i give it 10/10. BEST BUY

Better then Invisible Shield?

In my experience yes.

Same here.
Steinheil is the best screen protector I have ever come across. Cost a small fortune if you try to buy it alone though. You are better off buying a SGP case that comes with a steinheil screen protector.
And as mentioned, the only problem is that the edges doesn't quite stay on the screen. You get an edge of bubbles that's about 0.1 mm thick. But you sort of get used to it after a while, and completely forget about it later on.

thx for the great review! was already considering to buy one of these screen protectors

using sgp here. feels excellent!!

Google Nexus 4 Screen Protector Steinheil Dual

Just a heads up for any fellow SGP fans. They now have a crystal clear protector for the front AND back of the N4. i really wish they had an ultra eleophobic version, but i've used the crystal clear on my e4gt and have been extremely satisfied with the quality of the product. clarity is crystal clear just like the name states, and its very durable.
http://www.spigen.com/google-nexus/google-nexus-4-screen-protector-steinheil-dual.html

Just ordered. Thanks for the heads up!
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Do these cover the entire screen?

Do these have the cutouts for the sensors and Why do these other ones have such bad reviews?
http://www.amazon.com/SPIGEN-SGP-Protector-Steinheil-Proximity/dp/B00A292TDK/ref=pd_sim_sbs_cps_1

1stGenRex said:
Do these cover the entire screen?
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I think the front only covers the screen areas not the curved parts. The back since its flat might be fully covered

milesxd said:
Do these have the cutouts for the sensors and Why do these other ones have such bad reviews?
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guess the complaints come from people who bought it early.
SGP has stated that they now include the proximity sensor cutout for all their N4 screen protectors.
Bought the dual protector and will see if its good. been holding off for too long to let the companies iron out the creases

these do have the proximity sensor cutout. it doesnt cover the front completely due to the curved glass, the following is a review of the oleophobic protector on a One X which also has curved glass. the reviewer points it out at about 1:50. I actually dont mind it, and it isnt even noticeable. only way you're going to get one that covers the entire screen is if its a wet application protector. but the quality/feel of wet apply protectors is just not for me.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcV0AJzNC4U

No SGP protector completely covers the front screen. They are cut too short all around and do NOT extend to cover the area just before the curved glass and the curved portion itself.
There was also massive issue with the proximity sensors malfunctioning due to SGP. They have allegedly "revised" it but no telling if you get stuck with some old stock.
Personally, I've owned and dealt with SGP. Too many negatives with their product and too many other better choices to be bothered buying from them anymore. I can't recommend them but good luck to those that do buy.
Note: If you want a screen protector that covers the ENTIRE SCREEN including the curved edges with cutouts for Proximity censors and camera, I highly recommend Skinomi. :thumbup:
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FallN said:
No SGP protector completely covers the front screen. They are cut too short all around and do NOT extend to cover the area just before the curved glass and the curved portion itself.
There was also massive issue with the proximity sensors malfunctioning due to SGP. They have allegedly "revised" it but no telling if you get stuck with some old stock.
Personally, I've owned and dealt with SGP. Too many negatives with their product and too many other better choices to be bothered buying from them anymore. I can't recommend them but good luck to those that do buy.
Note: If you want a screen protector that covers the ENTIRE SCREEN including the curved edges with cutouts for Proximity censors and camera, I highly recommend Skinomi. :thumbup:
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Do you have the Skinomi protector installed? If so, how does the screen feel and does it work with a case?
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I got the SGP before they fixed it, no cut out so the phone was a pain to use, also if you do not get the screen protector exactly in the center of the screen one side tends to lift due to the stiffness of the film. I sent mine back and ordered a Skinomi, should have that tomorrow.

Funny as my Spigen does not have the proximity cutout, only the camera and everything functions as it should.

FatalityBoyZahy said:
Do you have the Skinomi protector installed? If so, how does the screen feel and does it work with a case?
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Yes, I've had my Skinomi on for over a week (front & back).
The screen protector adds a tiny bit of grip which is great for keeping it from sliding off surfaces. It's not sticky like I've found some other screen protectors like Zagg but it's not as butter smooth as the naked screen, as to be expected!
My fingers glide smoothly over the screen with no noticeable drag. So far it feels great. Again, not as good as the naked glass but almost.
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FallN said:
No SGP protector completely covers the front screen. They are cut too short all around and do NOT extend to cover the area just before the curved glass and the curved portion itself.
There was also massive issue with the proximity sensors malfunctioning due to SGP. They have allegedly "revised" it but no telling if you get stuck with some old stock.
Personally, I've owned and dealt with SGP. Too many negatives with their product and too many other better choices to be bothered buying from them anymore. I can't recommend them but good luck to those that do buy.
Note: If you want a screen protector that covers the ENTIRE SCREEN including the curved edges with cutouts for Proximity censors and camera, I highly recommend Skinomi. :thumbup:
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I ordered the oleophobic screen protector for my N4 (which I'm still waiting for from Google) and found out I did not receive the revised one. A quick email to them ended up in me receiving a second set for free days later without needing to return the ones I already have :laugh:
I find Skinomi and most wet application screen protectors to easily form imprints and wrinkles that don't "heal" perfectly after a while, although still not bad. Just received an XOSkins full body kit from their Cyber Monday sale which I'll compare to the Skinomi one on my iPod Touch. I'm also getting the bumper, so the lack of full coverage on the SGP really doesn't affect me.

I just got my oleophobic and although it seems to be recommended by everyone, it got scratched from day one. Never had the same problem with Zagg or others. Conclusion: I wouldnt recommend SPIGEN! Sounds fancy - "olephobic"- but doesn't actually protect or fit as well as others.

mouyias said:
I just got my oleophobic and although it seems to be recommended by everyone, it got scratched from day one. Never had the same problem with Zagg or others. Conclusion: I wouldnt recommend SPIGEN! Sounds fancy - "olephobic"- but doesn't actually protect or fit as well as others.
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Oleophobic coatings are always softer than glass. By ordering that one, you essentially chose fingerprint resistance over scratch resistance. Glass with oleophobic coatings is also more prone to scratches because the coating itself scratches or wears down with use. Ask anyone with an iPhone 4.
If you want scratch resistance, get a harder screen protector (like the Ultra Crystal).

i would be looking forward to have this skin compared to the XOskin protector. I've used XO skins before and they are great! but i wonder how this does when they are side by side

Sparta507 said:
i would be looking forward to have this skin compared to the XOskin protector. I've used XO skins before and they are great! but i wonder how this does when they are side by side
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Can any of you provide pics with the UC dual ones once you get them? I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks!

I would also like to see the ultra clear on a N4
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How easily do these get scratched?
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F0rgiven said:
I would also like to see the ultra clear on a N4
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I didn't buy the dual protector, but here's what it looks like for the front.
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Is anyone going to get SGP's Screen Protector GLAS.tR SLIM?

http://www.spigen.com/galaxy-s4-screen-protector-glas-tr-slim-premium-tempered-glass.html
Hope someone can test it. I'd like to get it but it caused all sorts of problems on Xperia Z. As S4 has a ton of sensors I wonder how it's going to cope.

I'm running a SGP Ultra Fit and the Ultra Crystal at the moment, although I'm going to get a glas.Tr in the next couple of months when reviews are out; out of my experience with the glass protector on my Galaxy SII, it worked as advertised with the main problem being the unresponsiveness to cold fingers (e.g. Winter in Europe), which made me go for the Ultra Crystal. But since the new glas.Tr is slimmer and the screen of the S4 much more sensitive (gloves, Air View), I'm willing to give it a second try.

I have one installed on my S4, have to say that these are hands down the best feeling screen protector Ive used. I was a long time fan of the Invisible Shield HD for several devices before this one. My installation was not perfect, however. I have two tiny specs of dust presumably under the protector but not worth taking off and sending back for the replacement.

I don't yet have my S4, but nevertheless I have ordered both the glas.tr screen protector and the ultra slim shell.
There was a somewhat decent YouTube video that showed the glas.tr on an iPhone 5. What was important for me is that this protector has the adhesive across the entire screen and not like the S3 versions where it was limited to only the edges.
"So what you want me to do 'bout that?"

I have had mine on for 2 days now and I love it! Its case friendly and fits awesome. Also I had to take it off because of dust like 5 times and some packing tape took it right off the protector and went right back on! Now the tr slim is 38 I think vs the 25 for just the slim and the slim is I think about half as slim as the tr slim. So I'm not sure what I would have liked better. The rounded edges feel great. I can handle my phone and everything feels so smooth but if the slim is super thin, maybe I would have liked that more. Either way its just like having a screen on a screen. No touch issues or brightness problems at all. I'm almost sad that its meant to be thrown away once it took its fall for you! 5 stars. But I will be ordering a metal home button. Even the curved cutout for the home button still makes it too deep to press comfortably.
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my application for the glas.tR is 99% perfect except for the bottom right corner just at the edge of it where there is one tiny speck of dust trapped.....but no point taking it off and ruining the adhesive..
mini glas.tR review: freaking smooth to touch, oleophobic coating does its job and ensures it aint a fingerprint magnet. easily wiped off when there are fingerprints.
nothing beats the feeling of glass....and the clarity is top notch...pretty damn worth it in my opinion.
Application tip: if you are applying yourself make sure you are in a dust free environment, for me i did it in my shower after a warm bath (the steam traps dust in the air and makes the evironment relatively dust free)
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thanks for the photo semajm. I'm looking forward to getting the glas for my coming s4, especially now that they do a full screen adhesive.
Is the Tr (curved edges) worth the extra cost, compared to the "t"?

I see the one you have pictured is orange, and the one on the website which is blue, I'm just wondering exactly what the difference is, if you know?

glas.tR, the "T" stand for tempered and the "R" stands for rounded
the blue one is 0.28mm making it thinner.
the orange one is 0.4mm with the rounded edges. some users say it might fit cases better than the blue one. additionally, spigen says the rounded edges make it anti-chip

I'm really torn between the GLAS.tR SLIM and the Bodyguardz Pure. I know for a fact that the latter does not have rounded edges but I've heard some stating the oleophobic coating on the Pure is slightly better than the GLAS.tR, anyone have any opinions or have had both?

semajm85 said:
my application for the glas.tR is 99% perfect except for the bottom right corner just at the edge of it where there is one tiny speck of dust trapped.....but no point taking it off and ruining the adhesive..
mini glas.tR review: freaking smooth to touch, oleophobic coating does its job and ensures it aint a fingerprint magnet. easily wiped off when there are fingerprints.
nothing beats the feeling of glass....and the clarity is top notch...pretty damn worth it in my opinion.
Application tip: if you are applying yourself make sure you are in a dust free environment, for me i did it in my shower after a warm bath (the steam traps dust in the air and makes the evironment relatively dust free)
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Have you tried to use gloves on and check if it work?

007shaolin said:
Have you tried to use gloves on and check if it work?
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just did at your request. not very thick gloves. it works.

Mrglass86 said:
I have had mine on for 2 days now and I love it! Its case friendly and fits awesome. Also I had to take it off because of dust like 5 times and some packing tape took it right off the protector and went right back on! Now the tr slim is 38 I think vs the 25 for just the slim and the slim is I think about half as slim as the tr slim. So I'm not sure what I would have liked better. The rounded edges feel great. I can handle my phone and everything feels so smooth but if the slim is super thin, maybe I would have liked that more. Either way its just like having a screen on a screen. No touch issues or brightness problems at all. I'm almost sad that its meant to be thrown away once it took its fall for you! 5 stars. But I will be ordering a metal home button. Even the curved cutout for the home button still makes it too deep to press comfortably.
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Did you put the little jelly bean sticker over your home button? Makes the button raised up like it should be, works pretty well actually.

im waiting for the aluminum ones to be available....the jelly beans totally make it cartoonish

So.. do the sensors work? Airview for example.

yup, if u look the sensors are not even covered. the one covered is the front facing camera and it still works beautifully

is this glas stuff work with the neo hybrid case

spigen says yes, it works with the neo hybrid case. im waiting for mine to come in

Anyone have one that can confirm it fits with a tight fitting case?

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Anyone have one that can confirm it fits with a tight fitting case?
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I have a glass .tr that I will be trying with the Rearth slim case. I dont anticipate it being an issue but will report nonetheless. I am thinking of getting the Neo hybrid soon though and am wondering if using those two together will cause the protector to push up.

Clarivue Screen Tempered Glass Screen Protector [Mini Review]EDIT:PARTIAL REFUND

EDIT: 8/1/13; Escalated via Paypal today and got resolution today for a partial refund of $20. I Clarivue offered a screen protector as a replacement and I declined. However, I requested a partial refund of $20.
EDIT: 7/29/13; I have been in email conversation with Clarivue and they are not on the up an up. Point being when I ordered, there were no pictures, no claims that the screen protector was made smaller to accommodate the curved glass of the N4. If there were such pictures, why did I ask if there were cut outs for the prox sensor and front cam? They will not even give me a new one to try out again without shelling out another $10 bux. They have lost me as a customer at this point and I suggest that people take heed in this my review and take it for what it's worth. Unfortunately, not worth 27 bux. It's a shame. Like I said, the glass is smooth, but the size just kills it for me. Clarivue claiming that all of this was disclosed when the glass was posted for sale on the site. I know what I did or did not see on that site.
Clarivue screen protector for the nexus 4. Not horrible but the protector is too short and not wide enough. It just covers the width of the screen. So I had to lift to readjust and because of that the side adhesive does not seat on the screen anymore as you can see in the pic. I am back using the iloome screen protector which I took off to try this and it stuck right like it was brand new.
Bottom line, if you have a TPU case or Seidio case of the same sort that has a large lip covering the screen, this may be the perfect protector for you. Using the phone with it was actually pretty responsive, I say a tiny bit better than the iloome, but that's just using for a few minutes.
I was so hoping this was THE protector to get. It's not for me. I mean it just barely fits and does not cover the entire screen like the iloome does. I can foresee dust and debris digging in there pretty easily, especially for me if I kept using it with the sides not seating anymore.
I will place an email to Clarivue. I have spoken to Alex before purchasing this and was told there would be a "restocking fee" but no refunds on these. I'll report back on what he/they say.
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Clarivue screen protector for the nexus 4. Not horrible but the protector is too short and not wide enough. It just covers the width of the screen. So I had to lift to readjust and because of that the side adhesive does not seat on the screen anymore as you can see in the pic. I am back using the iloome screen protector which I took off to try this and it stuck right like it was brand new.
Bottom line, if you have a TPU case or Seidio case of the same sort that has a large lip covering the screen, this may be the perfect protector for you. Using the phone with it was actually pretty responsive, I say a tiny bit better than the iloome, but that's just using for a few minutes.
I was so hoping this was THE protector to get. It's not for me. I mean it just barely fits and does not cover the entire screen like the iloome does. I can foresee dust and debris digging in there pretty easily, especially for me if I kept using it with the sides not seating anymore.
I will place an email to Clarivue. I have spoken to Alex before purchasing this and was told there would be a "restocking fee" but no refunds on these. I'll report back on what he/they say.
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I seem to be having the same issue with the protector, it just won't adhere to the sides of the screen. I have removed and reapplied it but nothing has improved. I will talk to them and see what happens since I have bought two of these.

I just want to be clear, The adhesive was fine when you first applied it but once you remove and reapply the adhesive becomes weak? or was it weak since the first application?

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I just want to be clear, The adhesive was fine when you first applied it but once you remove and reapply the adhesive becomes weak? or was it weak since the first application?
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I thought it was my fault but based on Android9000's post, he/she is having the same issue around the edges.

How about the fingerprints and the sensitivity of the screen?
Is it better than the iloome or even the MaruLabssilly
Thanks.

ping42 said:
How about the fingerprints and the sensitivity of the screen?
Is it better than the iloome or even the MaruLabssilly
Thanks.
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It handle's fingerprints pretty good actually. The sensitivity is good as well. If I can use PIE UI, then it passes muster in my book :laugh:, but the size of it or lack of it IMO holds it back from being a recommend from me.

I'm more upset that you're cheating on your Nexus 4 with an HTC One...
LOL! JUST KIDDING!
Yeah, I mentioned that it looked WAY too short all around from the press shot which is why I wasn't even considering buying one but thank you for the review.
I think I'll try iloome + Ringke Slim. Do you think the iloome will fit well with the Ringke Slim? Thank you.
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I'm more upset that you're cheating on your Nexus 4 with an HTC One...
LOL! JUST KIDDING!
Yeah, I mentioned that it looked WAY too short all around from the press shot which is why I wasn't even considering buying one but thank you for the review.
I think I'll try iloome + Ringke Slim. Do you think the iloome will fit well with the Ringke Slim? Thank you.
Sent from my Nexus 4
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That HTC One is my wife's work phone . I have the diztronic ultra slim and try that on Monday when I get back in the office with the iloome.

Thanks for the review. Two important things for me is how the screen reacts to fingerprint marks and touch sensitivity. Well, although the size is not really optimal, this protector is one of my favorite choices now.
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Clarivue screen protector for the nexus 4. Not horrible but the protector is too short and not wide enough. It just covers the width of the screen. So I had to lift to readjust and because of that the side adhesive does not seat on the screen anymore as you can see in the pic. I am back using the iloome screen protector which I took off to try this and it stuck right like it was brand new.
Bottom line, if you have a TPU case or Seidio case of the same sort that has a large lip covering the screen, this may be the perfect protector for you. Using the phone with it was actually pretty responsive, I say a tiny bit better than the iloome, but that's just using for a few minutes.
I was so hoping this was THE protector to get. It's not for me. I mean it just barely fits and does not cover the entire screen like the iloome does. I can foresee dust and debris digging in there pretty easily, especially for me if I kept using it with the sides not seating anymore.
I will place an email to Clarivue. I have spoken to Alex before purchasing this and was told there would be a "restocking fee" but no refunds on these. I'll report back on what he/they say.
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Chris_n00bz said:
Thanks for the review. Two important things for me is how the screen reacts to fingerprint marks and touch sensitivity. Well, although the size is not really optimal, this protector is one of my favorite choices now.
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That's the only thing, I mean the only thing! Size counts here! lol Well that and the side adhesive giving out so easily. You don't have that issue?

OP Updated with the latest Clarivue news. Bottom line, they will not give me a replacement without shelling out 10 bux. And this screen protector being utterly useless, I just wasted $27.

Remember the sides not adhering properly? I though it was me. Apparently I don't think so anymore. Check out their pic on their own site with the adhesive not on the screen on the bottom right.

Yeah, this one looked worse that the Marulabs to me which is why I immediately ruled it out as an option. Just poorly designed and bad adhesive.
They really should refund your money. If I were you, I'd do a charge back with your CC or dispute with PayPal.
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FallN said:
Yeah, this one looked worse that the Marulabs to me which is why I immediately ruled it out as an option. Just poorly designed and bad adhesive.
They really should refund your money. If I were you, I'd do a charge back with your CC or dispute with PayPal.
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I just did lol. Now I have one pending on Maru and now on Clarivue.

DO NOT BUY the Clarivue!!
bottom line, buy either the iloome or sir lancelot's armor
Here's my mini review of the SLA glass protector
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=44152632&postcount=23

Paypal dispute accepted my partial refund request
Opened up a dispute yesterday, escalated it today and got my partial refund of $20! :victory:

I see the slight bit of lift around the edge it doesn't bother me tho. With the screen on you can't see it. And it is convex at the edge, and with the screen off it makes it look a little wider than it really is. Also it does stick to the edge but its not quite as tight.
It doesn't have an adhesive backing it is a protective silicone layer. Its not sticky at all
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA Premium HD app. The glass goes from edge to edge on the displayed pucture
Overall your not gonna get any better with a flat piece of glass since it runs perfectly between the display under the glass of the screen

djdunn said:
I see the slight bit of lift around the edge it doesn't bother me tho. With the screen on you can't see it. And it is convex at the edge, and with the screen off it makes it look a little wider than it really is. Also it does stick to the edge but its not quite as tight.
It doesn't have an adhesive backing it is a protective silicone layer. Its not sticky at all
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA Premium HD app. The glass goes from edge to edge on the displayed pucture
Overall your not gonna get any better with a flat piece of glass since it runs perfectly between the display under the glass of the screen
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I am glad you like it. I for one do not. Ok if it's not adhesive, it doesn't fit flush on the screen then. Even the picture from Clarivue shows that effect, which fails for me. If you like it, that's all that matters right?

Looks like Clariveu read your review and did some more editing in their product description that I don't remember seeing before.
Quote: We recommend installing the glass protector closer to the top of the phone to avoid bubbles near the bottom.

Looking for case with raised lip on sides and not just top and bottom

I like the Samsung Rugged Cover and Spigen Tough Armor, with my preference being the Samsung.
However, I would really like a Note 9 case, if one exists, with a raised lip (border) on the sides (left and right) to protect the screen better than cases with just a top and bottom raised lip.
Does such a case exist? I am not looking for added bulk like the Otterbox Defender which is too bulky given the large size of the Note 9 as it is.
Ideally looking for something similar in type to the two cases above, but with a raised lip on the sides as well.

Update:
After watching this drop test video, done without any case or screen protector, I am more comfortable with not having a raised lip on the side of the case.
I have the Otao screen protector and was amazed with its ease of installation and lack of bubbles, all at a great price.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G82LN78/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Based on the video, I think the Samsung Rugged Cover (picking it up tonight) combined with my Otao screen protector, will do a good job at protecting my Note 9, even with no side lips on the case.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCZeIW0PY7w

Quick update.
I got my Samsung Rugged Cover case last night.
It looks great, fits snugly, does not interfere with my Otao SP and is well built. Really love the kickstand!
My only concern - I did notice, now that I actually have the case, that not only do the case sides not have a raised lip (which I was already aware of), but the case lip on the sides is actually below screen level.
This is my first curved phone screen so I am learning about some of these nuances.

njweb said:
Quick update.
I got my Samsung Rugged Cover case last night.
It looks great, fits snugly, does not interfere with my Otao SP and is well built. Really love the kickstand!
My only concern - I did notice, now that I actually have the case, that not only do the case sides not have a raised lip (which I was already aware of), but the case lip on the sides is actually below screen level.
This is my first curved phone screen so I am learning about some of these nuances.
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"that not only do the case sides not have a raised lip (which I was already aware of), but the case lip on the sides is actually below screen level."
Besides repeating yourself, how do expect to use the screen if the case is level or above screen level? This is my first curved screen also. Think about he utility of the phone with what you are proposing.

Noticed the following post by member named 'limeybastard':
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=77495329&postcount=27
Misterxtc said:
I picked up a black one at Best Buy today and am very pleased with it. I too wish the sides were a bit taller but every case I tried is about the same in that respect. Still it's a nice rugged case with good grip but sleek at the same time. The two Tech21's I tried were very loose fitting on the bottom end where the ports and pen are. The Otterbox Defender Pro was way too bulky and not so screen protector friendly or wallet friendly at $60+.
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Limeybastard said:
No, try the Ringke Wave. That mofo has huge raised edges . However, the in hand feel is somewhat fatiguing with the agressive edges on the sides of the case.
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Thanks for the tip, but the Ringke Wave, for the Note 9 at least, does not seem to have raised lips / edges on the left and right sides, unless I am missing something.
Any photos that show the raised side lips? The ones I checked on Ringke's page show it is like all the other Note 9 cases in that regard.
I am not concerned about the very edge of the screen being hard to access; screen protection is much more important.
I dropped a couple of heavy books in my garage this Friday when rushing to a meeting for work with my hands full. The thud was so loud that I thought I had dropped my phone on the concrete.
Thankfully I had the phone in my pocket; but it gave me renewed interest in finding a case that protects the sides of the Note 9 too, as there are certain drop scenarios where top and bottom raised lips are not enough to prevent damage.
If having Liquid glass on the screen or a 9H tempered glass screen protector (I have the Otao tempered glass protector based on recommendations here) is good enough to prevent screen damage in such scenarios, just let me know, and I will gladly keep my current case (Samsung Rigged Cover).

Encased Rebel has raised lips on all 4 sides, which does help protect the screen. I had the same case on my Note 8.
You can find it on Amazon.

njweb said:
Noticed the following post by member named 'limeybastard':
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=77495329&postcount=27
Thanks for the tip, but the Ringke Wave, for the Note 9 at least, does not seem to have raised lips / edges on the left and right sides, unless I am missing something.
Any photos that show the raised side lips? The ones I checked on Ringke's page show it is like all the other Note 9 cases in that regard.
I am not concerned about the very edge of the screen being hard to access; screen protection is much more important.
I dropped a couple of heavy books in my garage this Friday when rushing to a meeting for work with my hands full. The thud was so loud that I thought I had dropped my phone on the concrete.
Thankfully I had the phone in my pocket; but it gave me renewed interest in finding a case that protects the sides of the Note 9 too, as there are certain drop scenarios where top and bottom raised lips are not enough to prevent damage.
If having Liquid glass on the screen or a 9H tempered glass screen protector (I have the Otao tempered glass protector based on recommendations here) is good enough to prevent screen damage in such scenarios, just let me know, and I will gladly keep my current case (Samsung Rigged Cover).
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The Ringke Wave does have sharp raised edges on the left and right hand side. I think the next realm of bigger raised edges might be found on more overall heavier and bulkier case types which I don't own.
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Limeybastard said:
The Ringke Wave does have sharp raised edges on the left and right hand side. I think the next realm of bigger raised edges might be found on more overall heavier and bulkier case types which I don't own.
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Thanks again! The Ringke Wave may have a taller lip than other Note 9 cases if that is what you mean by raised?
However, based on all the photos or videos, it still appears the left and right side lips are still lower than the screen (which I am aware is the same limitation other cases have due to the Note 9's curved screen). If I am missing something let me know, but the lip is still lower than the screen.
If you have any photos that show the lip being above the screen, let me know; I would be more than happy to be proven wrong.
I don't need the very edge of the Note 9's screen for any touch functionality; I am happy to sacrifice that to get more protection in the form of a taller lip in case of certain drop scenarios where the top and bottom lips alone won't help prevent screen damage.
If no such case exists for the Note 9 (have yet to find one), I will double check whether my Otao 9H tempered glass screen protector is up to the challenge of protecting my Note 9, or whether I need to invest in a different screen protector or liquid glass...

njweb said:
Thanks again! The Ringke Wave may have a taller lip than other Note 9 cases if that is what you mean by raised?
However, based on all the photos or videos, it still appears the left and right side lips are still lower than the screen (which I am aware is the same limitation other cases have due to the Note 9's curved screen). If I am missing something let me know, but the lip is still lower than the screen.
If you have any photos that show the lip being above the screen, let me know; I would be more than happy to be proven wrong.
I don't need the very edge of the Note 9's screen for any touch functionality; I am happy to sacrifice that to get more protection in the form of a taller lip in case of certain drop scenarios where the top and bottom lips alone won't help prevent screen damage.
If no such case exists for the Note 9 (have yet to find one), I will double check whether my Otao 9H tempered glass screen protector is up to the challenge of protecting my Note 9, or whether I need to invest in a different screen protector or liquid glass...
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I'll use my wife's Note 9 and take pics later together with a straight edge .
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Limeybastard said:
I'll use my wife's Note 9 and take pics later together with a straight edge .
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Really appreciate it, thanks again!
Looking forward to seeing the photos.

You were right. I placed a steel flat ruler across the center area and it touches the screen which obviously states the edges are not high enough. Sorry.
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Unfortunately with the current design of Samsung's flagship devices the majority of case only have the raised lip at the top and bottom of the display edges.

iceepyon said:
Unfortunately with the current design of Samsung's flagship devices the majority of case only have the raised lip at the top and bottom of the display edges.
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Correct. The Armadillotek case is the only one I know of that has the sides raised high enough. Even the otterbox Defender is only about even with the screen.
When the Note 7 came out Tech21 made a case called the Tactical XT that had sides raised above the screen.

Limeybastard said:
You were right. I placed a steel flat ruler across the center area and it touches the screen which obviously states the edges are not high enough. Sorry.
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oh well, thanks anyway and thanks for confirming.

Blues fan said:
Correct. The Armadillotek case is the only one I know of that has the sides raised high enough. Even the otterbox Defender is only about even with the screen.
When the Note 7 came out Tech21 made a case called the Tactical XT that had sides raised above the screen.
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Thanks a lot for the info! I've been looking into the Armadillotek case since seeing your post above. Probably going to try it; reviews say it does not add much bulk but, as you mentioned, it has a raised lip on the sides too. The side lips are lower than the top and bottom lips, but so long as they are raised (which they are) this case provides more security against glass breakage than other Note 9 cases, all other things being equal.

Bubbleb1 said:
Encased Rebel has raised lips on all 4 sides, which does help protect the screen. I had the same case on my Note 8.
You can find it on Amazon.
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Thanks a lot! Missed this post yesterday.
Seems like this is another potential option. I like the elegant no-nonsense look of the 'encased Rebel.' Too bad they only have black and don't have a dark blue model for instance.
So now it is between the encased Rebel and the Armadillotek, unless there are any others with raised side lips?
Going to compare the sizes of the two cases and see the difference in side lip protection between the two.
EDIT - Looking at some photos it is a bit hard to tell exactly how much of a lip the Rebel has on the sides, but the side lips seem somewhat small, compared to Armadillotek?
EDIT2 - Got the answer from Amazon:
"Do the sides sit above the edges of the ridiculous curved screen?
Answer: Haven't received my Note 9 yet, will update when I do.
Spyder21 · August 29, 2018
Slightly
Tyler R. Henry · August 29, 2018
Yes, ever so slightly. If I set the phone face down on a flat surface, the case would touch, not the screen.
GadgetGuy · August 29, 2018"

Some good posts about raised left and right case lips edged recommendations.
True test is the ruler test.
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Thanks again all for the helpful suggestions! I ordered the Armadillotek case and should be getting it in a few days. I'll share my feedback in this thread; hopefully it will be useful to others with similar needs.
The Encased 'Rebel' case was also in the running; I actually like it's looks a bit more than the Armadillotek; however the Rebel's side lips seemed smaller than the Armadillotek's side lips; also the latter has a useful stand (like my Samsung 'Rugged Cover' case).

what was your conclusion? Did it work?

Im curious myself as to the conclusion.