I was recently using a spg ultra clear with my official bumper, there is now a small scratch inside the rather spaceous gap occupying the side of the screen protector. This is frustrating.
I am in need of a projector that will cover the entire face of the phone, and still work with the bumper.
I have tried xtremeguardz while using a regular case and they started to peel almost immediately
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
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I recently purchased an iShieldz screen protector which works great with my bumber. It is a wet applactation but it went on flawlessly and looks amazing!
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Best skin ever
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I'm using XtremeGuard (both on the front and back) and it's getting along perfectly with the bumper.
http://www.xtremeguard.com/LG-Google-Nexus-4-Screen-Protectors-p/lg-nexus-4-screen-protector.htm
+1 for Best Skins Ever. They make a case/bumper optimized version specific to mesh with cases.
After using Skinomi and Xtremeguard which are both wet installs I also recommend Bestskinsever Bumper Optimized. Will make it really easy for you to order any case you like without having to worry about the corners peeling.
I have a poetic bumper with spigen uc sp.. Works awesome. Not a single scratch on it yet, and I've had it for more than six months.
Also have a dbrand black carbon fiber back cover...the bumper is grey and red, looks awesome.
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I had xtremeguards for a while. Got tempered glass (maru), didn't work, and forgot I ran out of the XGs lol. I opted to try the BSE because I loved them on my Nexus One back in the day. Both XG and BSE are wet installs and IMO are the best ways to install screen protectors. There's room for error and that is great for people like me .
XG played fine with bumper. I ordered a case optimized version from BSE and should be waiting for me at the office on Monday. I'll post pics of the resulted install and post a mini review/opinion on it.
I reccomend a 4$ plastic one off amazon , I have an xtremeguard on my second one and I have lines vertical all over the screen that make rainbows , I use it with a boxwave cse and its not peeling but the back protector is scratched up to
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About Thread:
This is a thread for Nexus 4 owners to post their screen protector/case combo. It's a place for reviews of each product and for you to (hopefully) find the best products to protect your Nexus 4. Please post pictures, links to buy product, and a short review or some thoughts about that particular product.
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Case: How well does it fit? Does it cover anything? Please link it to it's amazon page or the product's homepage.
Screen Protector: Is it cut short? How long did it take to put on? Please link it to it's amazon page or the product's homepage.
Damage: Have you dropped your phone? Is there a scratch/crack/etc?
Other: Do you use anything else to protect your phone(i.e. pouch)?
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Case:Rearth Ringke SLIM - Matte Black (Revised 2.0)
Screen Protector: N/A.
Current damages: N/A... back completely unscratched. Chrome has no damages. Never dropped.
Diztronic matte black TPU case and Black Mofi 5XL Pouch
Case: N/A
Screen Protector: Xtremeguard
Matte Black Diztronic TPU Case, Black Microfiber Pouch(Soon to be Mofi), and factory screen protector(Ordering SGP this week)
Official Bumper
BSE body protector
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screen protector: BSE full body
case: s line case
damage:none never even dropped it
Case: Bumper
Screen Protector: None
Tried Skinomi and Spigen screen protectors. Both sucked. The back of my phone already is scratched so I don't really care unless the glass cracks. Before the 1 year is up, I will probably get it switched out because I have Bluetooth issues (regardless of ROM)
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screen protector: BSE full body
case: s line case
damage:none never even dropped it
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Official Bumper
BSE body protector
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How well do the Best Skin Ever skins fit?
How are they with cases?
Can you upload a pic. I'm still undecided on what screen protector to use. Thanks in advance.
Official bumper until I get ringke slim.
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Official bumper until I get ringke slim.
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I was actually debating vice versa just to try out the bumper because I would like the show off the back but I really love the ringke slim especially with the revised one. feels so good in hands. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2046888 wouldn't mind that though
I thought this was gonna be a pics thread. add pics people! its just more fun to read with pics lol
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I was actually debating vice versa just to try out the bumper because I would like the show off the back but I really love the ringke slim especially with the revised one. feels so good in hands. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2046888 wouldn't mind that though
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I have both and I am using the ringke slim,the bumper makes the phone uncomfortable while writing.
Case: TPU-S Line http://www.ebay.com/itm/160921621336?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Doesn't fit well. Messed up with the front screen protector.
Screen Protector: Skinomi FullBody http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009W6C4FW/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00
I only use the back
Damage: None
Other: Waiting for a good flip case to surface.
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I have both and I am using the ringke slim,the bumper makes the phone uncomfortable while writing.
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Good to know. Only reason why I'm kinda eager for the bumper is because it reveals the back but I guess I'll just save my ~$27. The design of it looks amazing with the buttons, maybe one day it'll be cheaper or something, I doubt it but oh well. $10 for a ringke slim was definitely worth it.
Fully naked with a Mofi pouch
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When my Nex 4 Arrives I think I'll be getting the XGear Fantom 4 (tempered glass) Screen protector and the Poetic Atmosphere case.
got myself SGP dual ultra clear screen protectors (front & back) + Diztronic Black + Poetic Bumper.
either will be worn depending on the occasion (friends & family = bumper, professional = diztronic)
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got myself SGP dual ultra clear screen protectors (front & back) + Diztronic Black + Poetic Bumper.
either will be worn depending on the occasion (friends & family = bumper, professional = diztronic)
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How does the back protector do with your diztronic case?
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How does the back protector do with your diztronic case?
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pretty good I would say. The Diztronic has a non-plasticky surface on the inner side of the case..so the protector wont stick on the case.
Also, the front protector is almost spot on with the edges of the case. I love this setup...looks minimalistically professional (if thats even a word! :laugh
Im going to have a hard time choosing between the two (poetic bumper)
Hi!
XtremeGuard is offering a 75% off on screen protectors! Just use the coupon code 75off. A protector for the front and back costs 2.5$ including free shipping. Not a bad deal right?
Anyone has used XtremeGuard before? It will be my first time with a wet application screen guard!
Btw they have free international shipping, that's what got me going to purchase it! Woot.
Comments on the xtremeguard protector and whether is peels with cases on, like the ringke, the tpu case, official and poetic bumper!
Update 1: TPU case doesn't make the screen protector peel.
Update 2: If there is a rubbery feel, Use some kind of polish
Update 3: Received the package in India in Just 8 Days.!
Update 4: 75off is soon going to become invalid. The new coupon is 60off
Update 5: New coupon code 83off3. 83% off on purchase of 3+ product.
Three screen protectors will cost 2.55$ after 83% off
Update 6: no more free international shipping.
Update 7: new coupon 80off
Update 8 : new coupon 82off2
Update 9 : New coupon Labor85
Update 10 : Shipping to India costs now 9.9$
Update 11 : New coupon code : spook80
Update 12 : New coupon code : 85off2
Update 13 : New coupon code : 90off2
Update 14 : Shipping now costs 5.55$ to India. Quality has improved 10X
adidas007 said:
Hi!
XtremeGuard is offering a 75% off on screen protectors! Just use the coupon code 75off. A protector for the front and back costs 2.5$ including free shipping. Not a bad deal right?
Anyone has used XtremeGuard before? It will be my first time with a wet application screen guard!
Btw they have free international shipping, that's what got me going to purchase it! Woot.
Comments on the xtremeguard protector and whether is peels with cases on, like the rinkage case by re earth the tpu case, official and poetic bumper!
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i had rather inconvenient experience (not to say it was bad, though) with xtremeguard, however $2.5 for front/back sp is not to be missed. 2 sets ordered in case bse sp that i'm using right now spoilt. thanks for the info!
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i had rather inconvenient experience (not to say it was bad, though) with xtremeguard, however $2.5 for front/back sp is not to be missed. 2 sets ordered in case bse sp that i'm using right now spoilt. thanks for the info!
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Inconvenience as in?
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Inconvenience as in?
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top left and right cuts are prone to peel off. plus the orange peel effect. i know all wet sp have orange peel but bse that im using right now is much better than xg.
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top left and right cuts are prone to peel off. plus the orange peel effect. i know all wet sp have orange peel but bse that im using right now is much better than xg.
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I have always used XG and there is no orange peel effect. I think you may be talking about the rubbery feel to it. The orange peel effect is seen more in matte screen protectors where it just doesn't feel very smooth.
I have an xtremeguard sp, and it had been great this far. The screen protector does have a bit odd orange peel effect, but not anything significantly noticeable. The screen protector is sticky off the bat, but it becomes less sticky after a couple days of use. I used furniture polish to make it a lot smoother. No peeling at the corners, but a tip for installing is to hold down the curved edges until it sticks.
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I have used XG since I got the phone in November. Yes it does have a slight orange peel look when looking at it in an angle, but it's not bad. The first release didn't have the cutouts for the front proximity sensor and camera and that didn't play well with the phone at all, then when I got the cut out version, that sp was cut more precise. And I have used many cases with this sp and none have made the sp peel. Great sp for the price, especially with a coupon code.
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I have used XG since I got the phone in November. Yes it does have a slight orange peel look when looking at it in an angle, but it's not bad. The first release didn't have the cutouts for the front proximity sensor and camera and that didn't play well with the phone at all, then when I got the cut out version, that sp was cut more precise. And I have used many cases with this sp and none have made the sp peel. Great sp for the price, especially with a coupon code.
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Cool.
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The price make these really tempting. But how do they fare against the BSE screen protectors. Curious as I'm using that right now.
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The price make these really tempting. But how do they fare against the BSE screen protectors. Curious as I'm using that right now.
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Worse than BSE in terms of orange peel texture and rubbery touch.
That's why XG is constantly having these huge sales.
I had a BSE on my phone, considering BSE is thinner, the texture of the protector is different than XtremeGuard which is a lot thicker. XtremeGuard has that rubbery feeling similar to Zagg protectors. I personally am dissapointed of this... But as someone has explained to me on G+, these are 3M protector used on cars and crafts in general to protect the paint from being damaged. If you're really adventurous and you don't like the rubbery feel of the product, you can use non abrasive car polish on it and it'll increase the glide to make it very similar to having no protector on it at all. But for the trouble it's worth, I prefer BSE hands down.
The installation did not take much time, scratches on the screen are not visible. But the phone still smells of soap.
Would advise using soaps with better aromas. I used Dettol handwash
Didn't have a good experience at all. The soapy water got the protector dirty and when I applied it, it looked really bad. Then try number 2, I applied it, and then I saw small, fine hairs underneath it. I tried again and again, but eventually gave up.
I hate wet sp applications...
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Just bought a full body skin for £1.70. I'm happy with my BSE but these are definitely worth a try at that price
I have a Ballistic case and it rubs at the top and is peeling the top off a bit not to bad. On both mine and my wife's. It is a little rubbery and not as slick wife don't like it for texting (sliding finger around)
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I hate wet sp applications...
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For me I'm happy with whatever will go on without a speck of annoying dust under the screen lol. Being wet or dry, I don't really care lol. For me the first SP I got was the XG and for the price, you can't beat it, well you can if you buy a case and they give you a free SP but nevermind about that lol....
Another coupon code. 77off2
It gives 77% off
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adidas007 said:
Another coupon code. 77off2
It gives 77% off
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It gives 77% off if ordered two or more. Also there was a 80off3 don't know if that still works
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It gives 77% off if ordered two or more. Also there was a 80off3 don't know if that still works
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hey guys im looking for wet screen protectors what are they called besides wet application ? any brands to focus on? thanks! got one applied it so nice but when i put it in my jeans it came off and became dusty! so i need anotyher one (the first one i got for my cousin for free but hes out of town for a while and i cant get in contact with him) where can i get one for 'cheap' i already have the back so i wouldnt mind the front i could look on electronicBay but dont know the technical name to it!
http://www.xtremeguard.com/ or http://www.skinomi.com/
The ones from xtremeguard are really inexpensive but the ones from skinomi are much better.
http://bit.ly/13WGwxD
thanks! i actually didnt google i just searched ebay for wet screen protector
Go xtremegaurd get 60% off with coupon code COASTER.
I love my Xtremegaurd on my Nexus 4
From my experience, Skinomi are pretty wrinkly looking. Xtremeguard, while much clearer, if you dont get it on just right it will lift.
Bestskinsever is honestly the best wet screen protector hands down
BSE for me as well (from previous use, not on my N4)...
http://www.bestskinsever.com/google-nexus-4-skin-glossy
http://www.bestskinsever.com/google-nexus-4-skin-matte
Is the matte also wet application?
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Yes, BSE are wet-application SPs
Zagg. been using the invisible shield for a while. its very protective and unnoticeable.
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EddyOS said:
Yes, BSE are wet-application SPs
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I've used the regular ones and really like them but have no experience with the matte have you tried it?
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otariq said:
I've used the regular ones and really like them but have no experience with the matte have you tried it?
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No, I think they've only just released them as it's the first time I've seen them on their site
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I've used the regular ones and really like them but have no experience with the matte have you tried it?
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I ordered the total body bumper optimized matte body skin..the front screen protector is the glossy finish, but the sides and back are matte material. Honestly, the glossy sides and back looks way better then the matte material, and also the glossy gives a better grip. IMO, go for the bestskinsever total body gloss protectors..those are the best
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For those that go naked (no case), have you gotten any scratches on the fake aluminum edges?
I'd like to use no case and have a screen protector & back skin but worried about scratches on the edges.
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surge27 said:
For those that go naked (no case), have you gotten any scratches on the fake aluminum edges?
I'd like to use no case and have a screen protector & back skin but worried about scratches on the edges.
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Check ebay, there are bumper protectors for sale.
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!
jaaluk said:
Check ebay, there are bumper protectors for sale.
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!
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True but would like to know which ones peeps are using and if they are worth buying or not too
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Check ebay, there are bumper protectors for sale.
SeNt FRoM oVeR THeRe-----> GALAXY note2 FaR FaR aWaY!!!
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I bought one for my S3, those things are so cheap and crappy I wasted my money. However I bought a nice from Draco Designs ( which wasn't cheap) but definitely quality. FYI I emailed them this morning and they replied that one for the S4 will be available next week.
So far I have had no case on my phone (about a month) and there are no scratches. I have only a "Just Like Glass" screen protector
This is what I just put on mine.
search B00BMIG54O on amazon
$14.95 ArmorSuit MilitaryShield - Samsung Galaxy S4 Screen Protector Shield Ultra Clear + Black Carbon Fiber Film Protector
Skin provides nice traction as opposed to stock slick back cover. Edge skins included.
The sides scratch very easily! I highly recommend some type of protection if you intend on keeping your device in mint condition!
Its actually nice metal on the s4 so not the plastic coating like on the s3
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For those that go naked (no case), have you gotten any scratches on the fake aluminum edges?
I'd like to use no case and have a screen protector & back skin but worried about scratches on the edges.
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Not the metal trim ring around the phone itself, but the chrome bezel that's bordering the display has scratched fairly easily on both mine and my wife's with some minor drops. I definitely wish I would've got a case for outings sooner.
The aluminum trim around the outside of the phone however has remained scratch free on both.
Mine has a small ding in it, and I don't ever recall really dropping it. It does bother me though, and I'm certain I had to have dropped it at some point, as it's on the bottom.
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This is what I just put on mine.
search B00BMIG54O on amazon
$14.95 ArmorSuit MilitaryShield - Samsung Galaxy S4 Screen Protector Shield Ultra Clear + Black Carbon Fiber Film Protector
Skin provides nice traction as opposed to stock slick back cover. Edge skins included.
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Does NFC work?
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I use the neo hybrid and I have a dent in the faux metal around the phone
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I use the neo hybrid and I have a dent in the faux metal around the phone
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I second the Neo Hybrid. I bought my S4 about a week ago (changed from the OG note) and spigen is completely wrapping it with the screen protector and the Neo since day 3 (had to order the case lol). it doesn't add too much bulk, it levels out the back so your phone isn't resting on your camera when you set it down and it provides a lip so you can set it face down and won't even touch the screen protector and for a total of $30 my phone is completely covered and not too much bulk added.
Also NFC works and rumor has it wireless charging should work too.
Its the best case I have purchased, Im about to buy the Glass Screens from Spigen.
I skipped the glas.t and went to their Ultra crystal screen protector. Over in the i717 section there's a HUGE thread going over the Glas.t and they started out awesome but the later posts say that they're getting peeling up after a couple months and was probably due to a change in the adhesive. Plus with the extra thickness of the glas.t the home button would be recessed, with the Ultra crystal the button is level with the screen protector. And at $7 for the ultra clear you get 2 and MUCH easier to apply.
Been completely naked on mine for about a month. No scratches on the glass, chrome bezel, faux metal ring around the outside, or battery cover. I don't drop my phone, haven't ever shattered a screen in 5 years of having a smart phone. I keep it alone in a pocket, and that's it. All my phones have been treated this way. The One X looked like it went to hell and back after a few months, but my iPhones, Captivate, S II, and Note II all survived really well. My wife is not so gentle, just throws it in her purse. So she has a flip case on my old Note II she is now using.
The only place I have seen any of these phones show wear is on the back when they rub when placed flat. On the S II it was the lip below the battery door. On the S 4 it seems to be the bottom lip of the chrome around the camera lens. That small section is scuffed. Otherwise this naked phone is pristine after a month of use.
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I had mine since launch day. I dropped it 2-3 times from desk height with not a single scratch anywhere.
Im using the Spigen Glastr and its amazing.
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Its actually nice metal on the s4 so not the plastic coating like on the s3
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Its actually painted plastic to look like brushed metal
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im a device nudist; never damaged the faux metal on the GS3 or GS4. I am pretty careful with devices though.
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Perfectly, I use Wallet almost daily.
(Q) I have a spigen ultra hybrid...what's the best screen protector to go with?
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I use this and it's fantastic. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FP...&qid=1385511923&ref_=sr_1_1&s=wireless&sr=1-1
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I use the Spigen Ultra Crystals and they are very good; no discernible difference between them and naked (except for a bit more fingerprinting.) Perfect fit (nearly impossible to tell they are on the phone.)
http://www.amazon.com/Spigen-Protector-Crystal-Premium-Definition/dp/B00FMAZ49U
The Spigen Glass ones are awesome but spendy.
I'm using the one that came packaged with the Spigen ultra hybrid case. Works fine for me
i also have a spigen crystal screen protector got mine from amazon.. got 3 for 12$!! i always used zagg in the past but got sick of paying 30$ im super happy with spigen crystal.. cant even tell it on.. and they are super easy to put on:good: