Just got one of these tonight and put it on my Z removing the cheap xtremeguard I put on there. I got their Bubble-less Double Film Set. Easy to install and crystal clear. No rubbery feel like Zagg or xtremeguard. It still gets some finger prints but the feel of it is what I was after. Smooth like factory. Covered up the slight scratches in the anti-shatter film I had from regular use too.
You can find it at www.trinity.jp according to the packaging.
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Spectre51 said:
Just got one of these tonight and put it on my Z removing the cheap xtremeguard I put on there. I got their Bubble-less Double Film Set. Easy to install and crystal clear. No rubbery feel like Zagg or xtremeguard. It still gets some finger prints but the feel of it is what I was after. Smooth like factory. Covered up the slight scratches in the anti-shatter film I had from regular use too.
You can find it at www.trinity.jp according to the packaging.
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So what made you go for this, instead of the nifty glass protectors everyone's been yapping about? (I'm asking because I'm considering getting one of said glass covers, but wonder if the expense is worth it.)
Also, what kind of case, if any, did you get?
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So what made you go for this, instead of the nifty glass protectors everyone's been yapping about? (I'm asking because I'm considering getting one of said glass covers, but wonder if the expense is worth it.)
Also, what kind of case, if any, did you get?
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Don't use a case. Actually got it from my friend who works at Sony. Used it to replace the crappy xtreme guard I was using. I've never used the glass ones so I can't comment in them. They seem expensive though if you do happen to scratch it and want to replace it. I'm the kind of person that will replace my screen protectors if I scratch them even slightly so I don't get the expensive ones usually.
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Don't use a case. Actually got it from my friend who works at Sony. Used it to replace the crappy xtreme guard I was using. I've never used the glass ones so I can't comment in them. They seem expensive though if you do happen to scratch it and want to replace it. I'm the kind of person that will replace my screen protectors if I scratch them even slightly so I don't get the expensive ones usually.
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Whuuuuuut? No case?
Actually, I read a few comments from people who've dropped their Zs and were amazed at the beating it took. So yeah, as I struggle to find something that still displays the Z's beauty, I keep thinking, "...Maybe I don't need one."
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Whuuuuuut? No case?
Actually, I read a few comments from people who've dropped their Zs and were amazed at the beating it took. So yeah, as I struggle to find something that still displays the Z's beauty, I keep thinking, "...Maybe I don't need one."
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But on the other hand, there were some "incidents" where people's screens broke wile it was barely touched.
I just couldn't out a case on this thing. Would totally take away from the look. I've used other cases on my past devices but the Z I just can't bring myself to do it.
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I still have the original plastic film on the screen from when I bought the phone but it's starting to peel off on one edge. Can anyone recommend me some good screen protectors? I would prefer it they do not smear and don't distort the screen in any way (colors or clarity). Thanks for any help! Loving this phone.
I'm in the same position. I went to ebay and purchased this extreme guard for $3.99 with free shipping.
It was sold when I found out the material is for protecting exotic car paint jobs...
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One word for you homie: ZAGG
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield...es-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
You know, the one from tmobile isn't that bad. I was skeptical at first, but its easy to put on and I am actually satisfied. I took it off once to reposition and then peeled various parts back to get dust off of the screen and its stuck like it was brand new.
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Yeah I'm trying to find a good sp before I get my G2 also. There's a few threads here already and the Vikuiti sp has good reviews but I'm waiting to see if someone can tell me if it's better than the Realook sp. I had the Realook one for the Vibrant and it was great, couldn't even tell it was on (aside from the ocassional fingerprints).
i Have the ones from T-Mobile, a little high in price at $14.99 but if u mess up you do get 2. You also get a screen cleaning cloth. If you like to use Swype then ull love this SP! it makes it super easy 2 swype. Fingers never get stuck to it and its a much better SP than the ones for the Mytouch / G1. iF u can find a friend whos buying a G2 u guys can go half on the pack at that point its 8 bucks a pop. Not bad.
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i Have the ones from T-Mobile, a little high in price at $14.99 but if u mess up you do get 2. You also get a screen cleaning cloth. If you like to use Swype then ull love this SP! it makes it super easy 2 swype. Fingers never get stuck to it and its a much better SP than the ones for the Mytouch / G1. iF u can find a friend whos buying a G2 u guys can go half on the pack at that point its 8 bucks a pop. Not bad.
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Does they mess with the screen clarity or distort the color?
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yes they do and i cant stand that so im looking for something different now
You guys should really try the ZAGG i posted, it's the best screen protector you can buy in my opinion:
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield...es-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
I'd like to find one that isn't "rubbery" at all. The one that came with my wife's MT3G isn't "scratch proof" like the rubbery ones, but it's nice and smooth and doesn't give the "orange peel" texture and distortion to the screen. I really don't mind if the SP get's scratched, I can always replace it! I just want an experience that is as close to no SP as possible.
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Not the color but clarity. Just ever so slightly though. Makes this kinda grainy. You really won't notice.
fRom Snugs G2 ^.^
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iF u can find a friend whos buying a G2 u guys can go half on the pack at that point its 8 bucks a pop. Not bad.
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If you both need OEM cases, then there is a deal at T-Mobile stores where if you buy 3 accessories, you get everything for 30% off. It would make the screen protectors about $10 (and the cases between $17-20-ish).
I don't mean to be a troll, but why do people need cases or screen protectors? You can try to scratch the screen with a razor and have no luck. I've never used a case or a screen protector, and all of my past phones still look new other than some slight paint rub off and one has a tiny dent on the corner from dropping it 8ft. All glass is 100% scratch free, even after many drops. What are you people doing with your phones???
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I think I could keep my screen scratch-free, but to be honest I just simply don't want to risk it. With every phone I've purchased, I've thought I could keep from dropping it, but shtuff happens. A scratched screen is highly annoying. I'd rather have a screen protector and never have to worry about it.
I have a bad habit of dropping my phone, usually on hard, unforgiving concrete. The last thing I want is to damage or scratch up my case--especially during the 14-day buyer's remorse period.
I've used martin fiekd overlays and its pretty awesome.
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I don't mean to be a troll, but why do people need cases or screen protectors? You can try to scratch the screen with a razor and have no luck. I've never used a case or a screen protector, and all of my past phones still look new other than some slight paint rub off and one has a tiny dent on the corner from dropping it 8ft. All glass is 100% scratch free, even after many drops. What are you people doing with your phones???
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I dont know about you, but when i sell my phones, it usually helps when the screen looks next to new. Tiny scratches develop over time whether you like it or not, so a SP is good to use. Plus, i dont know who fed you the information about glass being 100% scratch free because it is not.
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I dont know about you, but when i sell my phones, it usually helps when the screen looks next to new. Tiny scratches develop over time whether you like it or not, so a SP is good to use. Plus, i dont know who fed you the information about glass being 100% scratch free because it is not.
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I was saying my glass on my used phones are 100% scratch free. I have sold many phones on eBay after using them for 2 years. Their screen all looked "next to new" despite never using a SP.
They seem like a good idea for a female that drops her phone in to an over filled purse, but my phone is always alone in a pants pocket or sitting on a table/shelf/etc. I have dropped my phones multiple times, but thankfully none of them have ever got a scratch from it.
The best SP I have found to date is the one from T-Mobile. It's anti-smudge, cuts down on glare and has a great feel to it. I paid $15 for 2 of them.
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The best SP I have found to date is the one from T-Mobile. It's anti-smudge, cuts down on glare and has a great feel to it. I paid $15 for 2 of them.
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Does it have a glass feel to it? I ordered one from a good business and it feels very much like glass I just don't like the way it fits on my g2. The corners looks as if they're going to peel off.
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Dont know if anyone is looking for a Screen Protectors but Boxwave.com has their ClearTouch Crystal Screen protectors and those things are clear supposed to be 99% Clear. They're like 12$ maybe cheaper with Coupon code. hard to tell you have one on if applied right. Check em out
I got the ones from Verizon and don't like them. I may try these. Thx
I've always used Clarivue screen protectors but they don't have any for the Thunderbolt yet so I tried Steinheil and they are basically the same. They use static cling to adhere to the screen, so no liquids and any bubbles are easy to squeegee right out. I got the Ultra Clear and they are excellent. I agree the ones I bought from Verizon suck.
I bought the matte one from handhelditems 3-pack for $5.xx. Fits great and no bubbles at all. I prefer the matte finish/feel although it darkens the screen a little. It doesn't show fingerprints.
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nothing compares to what a zagg does for your phone.
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nothing compares to what a zagg does for your phone.
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Makes it feel like an orange?
Thanks for the head's up. I don't like the Verizon ones either...
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nothing compares to what a zagg does for your phone.
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Makes it feel like an orange?
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You beat me to it! Excellent zinger. LOL.
I used Invisible shield on an iPhone, and got used to it, but not sure I'll go back to that brand if I ever go back to using protectors.
I haven't used screen protectors for the last couple of years. No scratches on any of my devices over the years except for my original iPhone EDGE which got a nice ugly scratch right in the middle of the screen despite kid glove treatement. That made me put screens on my newer iPhones up to and including the 3G, but the 3G, iPhone 4 and all of my Android phones (5 of them) have gone naked without any screen scratches, and I'm not particularly kind to them. I often put two phones in the same pocket along with some headphones unplugged; all I do to protect the screens is put the phones where the screens don't touch each other.
All that said, there's something about the "feel" of the Thunderbolt's screen that makes me feel like it needs some protection. It's got a plastic-ish kind of feel compared to my Nexus and Samsung phones. Not sure what brand to try. Steinhell seems to be the most praised around here.
By the way, this should probably have been posted in the Accessories section.
I just bought the Zagg. The self-healing and key scratch test appealed to my desire to protect one of the most expensive phones I have ever owned. Did I fall for gimmick?
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yeah caus it turns yellow!
I usto use em but got tired of paying the shipping for replacements. I use other brands that dont turn yellow. they are also overpriced.
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Still rocking the VZW ones, never tried anything else
Im running naked on the TB.. Ive had experience with Steinheil Ultra Crystal on my Dinc. It held up well but as far as healing from any slight nicks it seemed very fragile. In fact after I believe the 3rd day it had a large gash right in the middle of the protector and I baby my phones excessively. I removed it after about 2 months and used the Dinc naked for about 5 months before getting the TB and it still looks brand new.. I have to agree thought that the TB screen does have a fragile feel to it and has an almost mosaic look to it under light whereas the Dinc looks very sharp. I may decide to go with the Steinheil Ultra Fine this time around for both my TB and Xoom
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You beat me to it! Excellent zinger. LOL.
I used Invisible shield on an iPhone, and got used to it, but not sure I'll go back to that brand if I ever go back to using protectors.
I haven't used screen protectors for the last couple of years. No scratches on any of my devices over the years except for my original iPhone EDGE which got a nice ugly scratch right in the middle of the screen despite kid glove treatement. That made me put screens on my newer iPhones up to and including the 3G, but the 3G, iPhone 4 and all of my Android phones (5 of them) have gone naked without any screen scratches, and I'm not particularly kind to them. I often put two phones in the same pocket along with some headphones unplugged; all I do to protect the screens is put the phones where the screens don't touch each other.
All that said, there's something about the "feel" of the Thunderbolt's screen that makes me feel like it needs some protection. It's got a plastic-ish kind of feel compared to my Nexus and Samsung phones. Not sure what brand to try. Steinhell seems to be the most praised around here.
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All that said, time for me to come back and eat up a serving of my own crow to warn others that these rotten phones need a 3rd party screen protector.
I originally put a Clear Coat shield on my Thunderbolt after about 2-3 weeks of owning it. I had it "professionally" installed at one of their kiosks. Butt ugly installation! Some kind of haze under the protector that just left streaks and were noticeable enough to be annoying, but not enough to bother going back.
Eventually I convinced myself that the phone didn't need one, and the screen does look MUCH better without it.
Anyways, you know where this is going...i took the Clear Coat off the phone (even posted a youtube video of it) about a month ago and damn it, I now have a nasty 1/8" scratch (enough to catch my fingernail on) up near the notification bar. Very disappointing.
I won't claim to have treated this phone with kid gloves, but it's never been dropped, has usually been holstered (the HTC one that protects the screen), and when riding naked with another phone in my pocket I always made sure it was glass to cloth, not the other phone.
Absolutely no clue how it scratched. Gorilla glass my foot.
Time to look for a new protector that isn't ugly and doesn't affect the screen's appearance; Steinhell still sounding like the way to go.
I use Gadget Guards. Cheaper than Invisible Shield / Steinhell but just as good, and no orange peel feel.
Steinhall Crystals. Only way to roll.
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Steinhall Crystals. Only way to roll.
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+1. Used them for years--don't even know they're on unless you look waaay too closely.
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+1. Used them for years--don't even know they're on unless you look waaay too closely.
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Yep. I was sold when I borrowed a friend, asked how he got away with not using a screen protector, and then was told there was one on. Had to look darn close.
Edit: borrowed a friend's phone
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I've had my Z3 now for a couple weeks, came from a z2.
In my one year with the 2 I had no chips, obviously some scratches and scuffs but no chips.
My Z3 already has two chips on the top bezel one in the front and a smaller one in the back, is this a common issue?
I buy this phone because I hate cases so the dust/waterproofing is the big draw for me.
Sad to see these chips so soon..
Got the same issue here. Very bad though
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Macianer said:
Got the same issue here. Very bad though
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Protective case is the way to go.
This may sound like comparing apple and oranges...
Imagine your car vs keys...nasty...or rubbing dust-sand on car...that is why people makes-uses protective cases...
Can u post some pictures? I intermittently use a case and sometimes not. I am leaning towards not putting a case on bcos a case seems hiding the beauty but this post bothered me. Do u own the black one?
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Beauty is not that hidden
nedooo said:
Beauty is not that hidden
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Actually I think with a protector like that, dust still finds its way in and scratches the phone anyway.
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Beauty is not that hidden
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I use a similar transparent case for mine but the feel in the hand with it bare is just awesome. I put it in the case when charging bec people/I might accidentaly kick the wire and send my Z3 flying. Lol
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Dunno... My phones are always naked and I never have any issues. There are scratches and what not, but that's what makes it special.
I have foil on the back and not a single spot on the metal body...
I'll never put a case on the I s thing, never did with my z2 either.
tempered glass front and back and that's it.
I also make sure my phones always in a pocket by itself.. Wasn't asking for advice on cases simply asking if this problem is wide spread.
Seems odd these company's change materials from one flagship to the next when the previous one clearly had a more durable finish.
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I'll never put a case on the I s thing, never did with my z2 either.
tempered glass front and back and that's it.
I also make sure my phones always in a pocket by itself.. Wasn't asking for advice on cases simply asking if this problem is wide spread.
Seems odd these company's change materials from one flagship to the next when the previous one clearly had a more durable finish.
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Sorry for off topic...
But nothing in the world happens by itself, if you scratch aluminum (not so scratchproof material) it will show marks. Never heard that on Z3 is used some kind of extra soft aluminum...to put it short...good luck...
So why are people putting cases and screen protectors on the phone if HTC will replace even a scratched screen....
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So why are people putting cases and screen protectors on the phone if HTC will replace even a scratched screen....
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Because people like taking care their things. Just because the Uh-Oh program allows you to replace your device within one year despite of scratches, breaks and water damage doesn't mean someone is going to change the way they take care of their device with the idea in their head they'll get a new one for free.
Because if you ever sell it, people would like a pristine phone. I've always got top dollar on resales due to taking great care of the phone, so it is almost like new, plus, taking great photos. That combo has always got me above average prices since I just buy my phones outright.
I'm only expecting uh-oh in case something really bad goes wrong.
I'm not a fan of cases unless they are extremely thin and made of genuine leather - however Uh Oh while great won't cover your dent in the corner of the aluminum housing after a drop or a scratch in the anodized aluminum case due to some other accident.
Saw a minor scratch on the screen before I put a Zagg on it. Don't care anymore!
Is the back prone to scratches? Is the phone too slippery to handle?
Whats your opinion?
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Is the back prone to scratches? Is the phone too slippery to handle?
Whats your opinion?
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Yes, you definitely need a case for this device, I dropped it once & now it has dents & many small scratches on it.
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Yes, you definitely need a case for this device, I dropped it once & now it has dents & many small scratches on it.
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So it is prone to scratches even if i never drop the phone, am i correct?
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So it is prone to scratches even if i never drop the phone, am i correct?
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Yup, minor scratches, visible when you clean the back of your device, the type of ones that you get when you slide your phone on a hard surface.
I own all of the Sony Xperia cases but I only use them if I know for sure I'll be in situations where a drop is likely and I'm not in my daily routine / distracted like a trade show.
In my own experience, which will differ from others, the screen will break with the right fall, case or not,
so I don't use one regularly on Xperia phones. My black XZ Looks fine with regular use/wear tear.
( The way I feel is with a case, I'm not using it as the designers intended, and never get to really see it... and I don't like to babysit phones for their future owners. )
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Yup, minor scratches, visible when you clean the back of your device, the type of ones that you get when you slide your phone on a hard surface.
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Alright, thanks m8
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I own all of the Sony Xperia cases but I only use them if I know for sure I'll be in situations where a drop is likely and I'm not in my daily routine / distracted like a trade show.
In my own experience, which will differ from others, the screen will break with the right fall, case or not,
so I don't use one regularly on Xperia phones. My black XZ Looks fine with regular use/wear tear.
( The way I feel is with a case, I'm not using it as the designers intended, and never get to really see it... and I don't like to babysit phones for their future owners. )
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I do exactly the same thing, don't use those covers in regular practice, but every now & then it's going to fall & get damaged, so I don't think much about it.
I thougt i wouldnt need any case but found out my XZ was a little bent, tried to staighten it up by bending it and ordered a rigid PC case hoping it wont bend again...
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I do exactly the same thing, don't use those covers in regular practice, but every now & then it's going to fall & get damaged, so I don't think much about it.
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Btw, what colour is your Xperia XZ?
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Btw, what colour is your Xperia XZ?
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Forest Blue.
The back and front will show wear no different to most other phones, it's the glossy plastic sides you need to be extra careful with. I'm annoyed that Sony didn't use anodised metal for the sides.
I've just ordered a Noreve case, Ambition black grained leather for external color, and indigo interior lining, to match with Forest Blue.
Expensive, but awesome case!
I'm still ordering those cases, for every phone I buy.
With metallic back fastener for belt clip.
I'll post pics when it come home! (14 days, build on demand).
And for less than 2 days, "15% off for mobile devices's covers and small leather goods - Privilege discount code: NEWYEAR17" :good:
Bought mine last December 26 and up until now it's still naked. No TG, camera lens protector, back protector and case. Gotta buy them once I get a job.?