Have you noticed the buttons are hard to press and when you do press your case makes crackling sounds? I can also push down or move my case around the sides etc. and it makes a lot of sound like it has movement and play and seems flimsy...
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I don't have any of those issues with my defender and my case is pretty much on there good. It's only a pain when I have to take it off.
I returned mine for that exact reason. One side, I think it was the power button side didn't completely close. All of the clips were secured and the case itself was brand new but the two halves of the case would not sit flush against each other along the seam around the power button area. It caused the case to creak and drove me nuts. Good thing the commuter is so solid and simple.
I bought one and later returned it.
Compared to otterbox ~2-3 years ago, their current line of cases feel cheap and plasticy.
What would you do?
I have the navy blue/grey case. seems great so far. just one thing...i already had a screen protector from the commuter installed. does the defenders built in screen protector stick to the screen and not pop up or feel like a button is being pressed when you touch the screen? should i leave the other screen protector on? or should i remove one or the other?
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I have the navy blue/grey case. seems great so far. just one thing...i already had a screen protector from the commuter installed. does the defenders built in screen protector stick to the screen and not pop up or feel like a button is being pressed when you touch the screen? should i leave the other screen protector on? or should i remove one or the other?
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As far as I've experienced, the screen protector on the S4 defender doesn't pop up or stick to the screen; it more like sits flush against the screen. I don't currently have another screen protector on this phone yet but I may end up popping out the built in screen protector if it doesn't fit well with the one I'm planning on buying (a spigen glas.t nano slim).
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1) If your defender case doesn't sit properly, it's probably defective and needs to be returned. I've owned several defender cases and none of them have had this "creaking sound" No shifting of the phone within the case.
2) Sand and dirt particles can get in between that screen protector and your screen, so you can get scratches / micro abrasions if you don't have a second screen protector. I suggest you have a cheap one installed. Shouldn't affect use.
3) I would not remove the screen protector if you are using a cheapo screen protector, if you are using some military non piercing one, then you can remove it.
Thanks for the input. Ill keep the commuter screen protector under the defenders. otterbox should have built a home button cover into the case that way no dust can get in where the home button is.
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Thanks for the input. Ill keep the commuter screen protector under the defenders. otterbox should have built a home button cover into the case that way no dust can get in where the home button is.
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Yeah, I think they have the tech to seal it better as they have the armor variant. The problem is that there is potential entry at button and at the top where the front camera and speaker sits also.
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Yeah, I think they have the tech to seal it better as they have the armor variant. The problem is that there is potential entry at button and at the top where the front camera and speaker sits also.
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True. But I think the top is sealed pretty tight and more flush with the phone than what the part of the screen protector around the home button is..
IMO, the Defender series for the S4 is garbage! Noisy, buttons hard to push. Returned it today and replaced it with a Commuter series and Ghost Armor screen protector.
I would agree about the defender being creaky with buttons hard to push
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IMO, the Defender series for the S4 is garbage! Noisy, buttons hard to push. Returned it today and replaced it with a Commuter series and Ghost Armor screen protector.
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One other thing about the defender.......Without the crappy plastic built in screen protector and the Ghost Armor applied, the phone responds so much better! Like night and day!
I ended up getting the uag. Much happier, but now I don't know what to do with my old otter box defender
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1) If your defender case doesn't sit properly, it's probably defective and needs to be returned. I've owned several defender cases and none of them have had this "creaking sound" No shifting of the phone within the case.
2) Sand and dirt particles can get in between that screen protector and your screen, so you can get scratches / micro abrasions if you don't have a second screen protector. I suggest you have a cheap one installed. Shouldn't affect use.
3) I would not remove the screen protector if you are using a cheapo screen protector, if you are using some military non piercing one, then you can remove it.
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Ya I've had 3 defenders, 2 Glacier color, and now using the Gray/Green color and they all have a Creek in one corner. I've yet to have one that didn't have the creek. Still not a deal breaker for me. Even with all the dirt and dust I'm around in work, it's still flawless.
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I ended up getting the uag. Much happier, but now I don't know what to do with my old otter box defender
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You can send it to me for free
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Anyone here use a invisible sheild for their phone? im thinking of getting one when i return my case at best buy and throwing a commuter or some other case on it, but i dont think best buy sells the tempered glass ones. I'm not to worried about my phone shattering as it to getting scratches, i have warrenty for cracked screens, can't do anything about scratches unfortunately.
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I'm considering ordering an Otterbox defender, however I'm a bit worried about the plastic film that looks to be over the screen. How does it affect the feel of the screen? I've already got a very nice screen protector from ghost armor with a lifetime warranty, and don't know that I'd benefit from the additional later of plastic.
For those of you that actually have the defender, did you look to see how the plastic film is attached? Would removing it be as simple as holding a hairdryer or hear gun to the glue to melt and then peel it of, or would removal be more invasive?
I know that I'd basically be turning the defender into the commuter by removing the plastic, but I also want to use a belt clip, which the commuter doesn't have.
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Have had my share of Os and all you gotta do is punch/poke through from one side for it [the screen protector] to come off the frame.
doesn't look too hard to remove.
Just a thin adheaive .
The defender is awesome. Makes the phone look like a mini tablet though lol
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im using it on top of my other screen protecter with no problems
yea just rip it off, most of the otterboxes at best buy pretty much have the screen's off because of how ****ty they're put on.
Thanks for the replies, everyone.
I received my Otterbox Defender earlier this week, and tried it with the plastic cover for a couple of days. It did something very strange though - it started to bond to the Ghost Armor screen protector. Around the edges where there was pressure from the frame of the case, the plastic began to stick to the screen protector underneath. It was really obvious; imagine a screen protector that had partially peeled up and then been laid flat again. Where the Otterbox screen cover had bonded to the ghost armor, it was clear and the screen below appeared crisp and sharp. Where the two were just sitting on top of each other, there was a slight rainbow-speckle pattern, which had been there from the moment I placed the Otterbox cover on the phone. I suspect that what I was seeing was two different types of diffraction, one being glass-> ghost armor-> Otterbox, and the other being glass-> ghost armor-> air-> Otterbox. I guess this is one of those situations where a picture is worth a thousand words, eh?
Anyway, it looked disgusting, so I popped the top off, and held a hair drier to the Otterbox plastic for about a minute. This softened the glue that held it to the frame, and made pulling it off easy.
I'm now very happy with the setup.
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Can you post a pic please. Thinking of purchasing this as well.
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Can you post a pic please. Thinking of purchasing this as well.
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Hi there, do you still need the pics for the Otterbox Defender? I've been using it for all the phones I had before.
Does anyone have the Spigen dual side screen protector with the play store Nexus 4 Bumper?
If you do- How does it fit and would you recommend it because I'm looking at possibly getting this combo.
I could save $15 and get a poetic bumper for $5 instead of the $20 play store one. The only thing is I prefer the look of the play store one.
I can also get the play store one for much cheaper later on.
I was also thinking of getting the Poetic Atmosphere because it looks so nice on the iPhone 5 an the Spigen (just front) screen protector.
But maybe I'll just get them both and decide for myself.
I have the spigen dual ordered. Should be here next week. I have the bumper already but I'm not sure if I'm going to keep it or not. I'm not liking how it makes the phone feel. The bumper is not as slim as I thought.
I have this exact combo - simply perfect.
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I have this exact combo - simply perfect.
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illmaticone said:
I have this exact combo - simply perfect.
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I have the combo as well and I wouldn't necessarily call it perfect, though I like the combo. I think the front protector doesn't cover enough of the sides, so there is a gap between the bumper and the protector... You can feel it when swiping from the edges (ex: when switching between tabs in Chrome).
I think a better case / protector combo is the Spigen with Diztronic... The case covers enough of the sides so there is barely a gap on the sides.
Anyways, since I prefer the bumper, I'll wait for the Phantom tempered glass protector and hope that the fit will be nicer.
I'll try to post a few pics tomorrow.
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I have the same combo and like others have mentioned I don't like that the front protector does not go edge to edge on the screen, but it was expected. I don't like wet application ones so I'll just suck it up.
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I would love to know if there are any other Dry Application Screen Protectors that cover the N4 Screen Completely?
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I would love to know if there are any other Dry Application Screen Protectors that cover the N4 Screen Completely?
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Spigen released some dry application ones for the Galaxy S3 that covered the whole screen (which has curved edges) so we just have to wait!
Spigen has made curved glass protectors before (for the gs3) but the reviews for that particular protector are terrible.
The hardness is half that of the current N4 one they have.
Can somebody please post a picture of the combo.
And has anybody dropped their phone? Any stories about the combo?
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Can somebody please post a picture of the combo.
And has anybody dropped their phone? Any stories about the combo?
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Here you go (also showing my first attempt at snapseed haha). The protector just barely reaches to where the screen begins to curve down on the sides. The back is near perfect luckily. Let me know if you need to see any additional pictures.
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FYI, the ZAGG ones work flawlessly with the official bumper.
fluffenforliberty said:
Spigen released some dry application ones for the Galaxy S3 that covered the whole screen (which has curved edges) so we just have to wait!
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While the novelty of the Spigen Curved Crystal protectors is nice, they are incredibly easy to scratch it seems. I have a coworker that got the Curved Crystal protectors for her GS3, and she was disappointed at how easily they got visible hairline scratches. The first one she was rough with, but the 2nd one she took care to keep covered with the official GS3 book-like case that has a front flap, and it somehow still managed to get scratched.
I really think that if you want to cover the whole glass on the Nexus 4, you pretty much have to go with a wet apply. I'm almost a mandatory dry apply person, but I must say, it really makes it look as if you cheaped out on the screen protector to anybody else that looks at your phone. The bumper only accentuates this visual problem. Personally I'm cursing LG and Google for even doing this to the screen, it seems utterly gimmicky, pointless, and makes it absolute hell to get a good smooth dry apply screen protector on the phone. I find myself actually avoiding using the sloped edge because I run right into the edge of my dry screen protector. I usually start my swipes right at the edge of the screen protector.
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I really think that if you want to cover the whole glass on the Nexus 4, you pretty much have to go with a wet apply. I'm almost a mandatory dry apply person, but I must say, it really makes it look as if you cheaped out on the screen protector to anybody else that looks at your phone.
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What is the difference between dry and wet application in terms of the screen's curve.
Correct me if I'm wrong but what I take you're saying is that wet application screen protectors will cover the entire (curved)N4 screen as dry ones won't (or if they do they won't be too good)
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What is the difference between dry and wet application in terms of the screen's curve.
Correct me if I'm wrong but what I take you're saying is that wet application screen protectors will cover the entire (curved)N4 screen as dry ones won't (or if they do they won't be too good)
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I don't actually have a wet apply protector myself, but I ordered a Best Skin's Ever full body set that should be delivered sometime next week, along with a Spigen Dual set. From reading up on them though, it seems like all of the wet apply ones do actually cover the entire glass, which would make sense as they're totally floppy and flexible during the installation phase. The tough part, even with those, seems to be getting them to cure and stick permanently to the curved glass.
I think I'll give the BSE a try and see how it goes before the Spigen, based on some people's comments that the BSE seems smoother than other brands of wet applies. I typically really hate the rubbery drag that the wet applies have.
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Here you go (also showing my first attempt at snapseed haha). The protector just barely reaches to where the screen begins to curve down on the sides. The back is near perfect luckily. Let me know if you need to see any additional pictures.
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Is it just me or does the bumper look green in those pictures?
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Is it just me or does the bumper look green in those pictures?
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I think I put a little too much contrast in it... I wish I could tell you that I have a special edition bumper or something, but I don't.
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Spigen told me they are not going to release any dry application screen protector that covers the whole screen:/
Source: http://www.facebook.com/unitedsgp/posts/493703470650218
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I don't actually have a wet apply protector myself, but I ordered a Best Skin's Ever full body set that should be delivered sometime next week, along with a Spigen Dual set. From reading up on them though, it seems like all of the wet apply ones do actually cover the entire glass, which would make sense as they're totally floppy and flexible during the installation phase. The tough part, even with those, seems to be getting them to cure and stick permanently to the curved glass.
I think I'll give the BSE a try and see how it goes before the Spigen, based on some people's comments that the BSE seems smoother than other brands of wet applies. I typically really hate the rubbery drag that the wet applies have.
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I think I may post a tread for wet vs dry application screen protectors in terms of curved screen as I'm interested in finding out if the wet screen protectors actually do fit the whole screen.
DforDesign said:
Spigen told me they are not going to release any dry application screen protector that covers the whole screen:/
Source: http://www.facebook.com/unitedsgp/posts/493703470650218
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That post is 2 weeks old. I'm sure that will change.
Does the nexus 4 come with a screen protector pre-applied?
Thanks in advance!
There is a factory piece of thin plastic covering the screen, I wouldn't call it a screen protector.
Does it stay on the screen or is it supposed to get peeled off?
Is suppose to be peel off..
You can always use it temporary while you wait for your screen protector to arrive..!
It is meant to be peeled off, as there is small printing on it indicating where the power and volume buttons are, but the touchscreen still works when you keep it on. It might peel or come off if you slide the phone in and out of your pocket though.
I found that the "screen protector" mentioned above feels almost perfect, except the + and - with the power sign. The closest thing I can think to that texture with no rainbow effect are spigen and martin fields.
If only the piece of plastic was actually clear, I would have loved it.
The factory plastic film is meant to be pulled off, but it doubles as a screen protector suprisingly well.
I've had them on there for a month now and both are still fine. I used to put the phone in my pocket without any other protecting (e.g. case).
Only recently I pulled off the front protector because the symbols printed on it really started to annoy me. I bought a Bugatti skinny leather pouch to protect the phone while it's in my pocket.
Front is now naked and the back still has the factory film which still clings onto the phone like it just came out of the box.
YMMV of course!
Sick! So I guess that means I won't have to go window shopping on eBay for a screen protector! Any idea on how long the pre-applied protector will last me until it starts to peel off?
I still wouldn't recommend keeping the stock screen protector on, just because its not really there for protection, its meant to be taken off. If you'd like, take a look at the "Best Screen Protector" thread, they should have some pretty good recommendations
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The factory screen cover worked great. I had mine on my phone for a week or so. (Waited for a case before taking mine off.)
It probably would stay on for a lot longer, depending on how you use your phone and such. As the other guy said above the + & - started to bother me a bit near the end of the week that I used it. Haha
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I've used the factory screen protector for over a month and thought it was really good (aside from the abovementioned power and volume button symbols). Unfortunately I accidentally dropped my phone and it hit the edge of some metal thing and it dug holes into the factory protector, but my phone itself is still mint w/o a scratch. Not sure whether it's because I was just lucky or because of the protector.
Anyways, after that I went and bought one made for the nexus 4 from a small accessories shop. But since the nexus 4 edges are curved down, it comes off on the sides and I had to temporarily put 4 pieces of clear tape while I search for a more fitted protector .
Instead of getting screen protectors on computer I would go to local SuperMall and they almost always have ghost armor booths that you pay them 10-20 dollars and they put ghost armor on your phone on all sides with no air bubbles and some even have lifetime guarantee
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Instead of getting screen protectors on computer I would go to local SuperMall and they almost always have ghost armor booths that you pay them 10-20 dollars and they put ghost armor on your phone on all sides with no air bubbles and some even have lifetime guarantee
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This sounds interesting. Has anyone done a Nexus 4 in ghost armor? Experience or pics?
I recommend Zagg screen protectors. They are really good!
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You do realize that those "brand name" screen protectors turn out to be placebos most of the time, right? There're hardly any difference between those and the one's you can get off eBay for 33 cents each (if you get the three-pack, that is).
I just purchased this: http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/google/nexus-4/google-nexus-4-screen-protector-steinheil-dual.html
So I hope it comes before or the same time my Nexus 4 Does.. but if it doesn't then I plan to leave the stock plastic film the phone comes with til my dual screen protector arrives from Spigen.
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I just purchased this: http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/google/nexus-4/google-nexus-4-screen-protector-steinheil-dual.html
So I hope it comes before or the same time my Nexus 4 Does.. but if it doesn't then I plan to leave the stock plastic film the phone comes with til my dual screen protector arrives from Spigen.
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Why didn't you just get one of those screen protectors off eBay? They're hella cheap (3 for $1.50 if I recall correctly), and probably came out of the same factory as that Spigen sp.
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Why didn't you just get one of those screen protectors off eBay? They're hella cheap (3 for $1.50 if I recall correctly), and probably came out of the same factory as that Spigen sp.
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That's what I have on my galaxy s3 right now... And somehow my screen still got scratched... Had a screen protector on from day one. Replaced it a couple times already. The cheap screen protector really does suck lol. Had this one on for a month and it's all scratched up already.
The one I purchased for my s3 off eBay were six for $2. Horrible.
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You do realize that those "brand name" screen protectors turn out to be placebos most of the time, right? There're hardly any difference between those and the one's you can get off eBay for 33 cents each (if you get the three-pack, that is).
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I personally use screen protector on all my devices..
some "brand name" ones and the cheap ones that cost less than a dollar each on ebay..
The cheap ones from ebay tend to get micro scratch so much more easily a
And soon or later the middle starts to wear out from all those swiping.
Those brand name ones are usually much thicker ....
And you probably dont have to replace them before you replace your phone..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2267412
I want that case but I have 2 concerns!
1. Should I go without a screen protector?
Comment: I don't like screen protectors cause they ALWAYS have air bubbles then that's money down the drain cause they annoy me.
2. I heard the charger port opening is small and breaks easily, also spigen is bad about replacing the border. Opinion/experience?
Comment: I understand the charger port being small for it's "slim" design but I want everybody's opinions on these two issues! Any criticism is constructive in my book!
My frame broke in about 3 weeks with CAREFUL usage and barely taking the case off. Just chucked the case and frame and went naked for now with a carbon fiber skin on the back
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My Frame was broken too.
Dont buy the neo hybrid!
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My neo hybrid Chinese knock off broke too, but I have the original for about 3 months and I'm well happy.
about the screen protector, the cheap ones indeed leave air bubbles and are crap, but I've been using the better ones on my Galaxy Nexus and now on S4 and they are really good and they don't leave greasy finger stains on the screen as much as when you don't have one on.
try this one for starters... not expensive but really good, I'm using one right now
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I've had the Spigen Neo Hybrid since August and I have no regrets, a little chip in the plastic frame from what be an otherwise very unfortunate drop. Sorry to hear others are having issues with theirs, and I think they updated the design to make it less prone to breaking.
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Same problem here, broken frame after 1 month
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I want that case but I have 2 concerns!
1. Should I go without a screen protector?
Comment: I don't like screen protectors cause they ALWAYS have air bubbles then that's money down the drain cause they annoy me.
2. I heard the charger port opening is small and breaks easily, also spigen is bad about replacing the border. Opinion/experience?
Comment: I understand the charger port being small for it's "slim" design but I want everybody's opinions on these two issues! Any criticism is constructive in my book!
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I hate screen protectors too but they are absolutely necessary to preserve the longevity of the phone. I bought the tempered glass screen protector from Spigen Glas.TR SLIM. If it wasn't for the rounded lip around the protector you'd never think it wasn't the actual glass of the touch screen. It was the best 35 dollars I ever spent.
I have had the original Neo sine the phone came out and it is still in greta condition. I would definitely get a screen protector. I would recommend the Spigen crystal series, it is hardly even noticeable.
DO get a screen protector. I know this phone has a tough glass front, but better to be safe than sorry right? I have a Spigen crystal clears which I picked up for like $4 on amazon (it is a genuine product) and its a great screen protector.
DON'T get the hybrid, my frame broke near the USB port, the back warped and pulled away from the phone, Spigen only has a 90 warranty and ONLY if you buy it from them.
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I hate screen protectors too but they are absolutely necessary to preserve the longevity of the phone. I bought the tempered glass screen protector from Spigen Glas.TR SLIM. If it wasn't for the rounded lip around the protector you'd never think it wasn't the actual glass of the touch screen. It was the best 35 dollars I ever spent.
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Screen protectors are not ABSOLUTELY neccessary. It really depends on how you care for the phone.
I've never used screen protectors. I keep my phone in my front pockey, glass facing in, and the only other thing I ever keep in that pocket is money (which is made of cloth, so it's not going to hurt the phone)
I've never had a single scratch.
If I were to drop the phone or slam it into something, a screen protector isn't going to help anyway.
Now if you keep your phone in a pocket with keys, or a purse with everything else that goes into a purse, or anything like that, that's a different story. But even then a screen protector isn't going to stop your phone from getting messed up eventually. It's goign to wear out much quicker than projected.
I have the ultra thin glass screen protector -> http://www.spigen.com/brands/samsun...-glas-t-nano-slim-premium-tempered-glass.html
Cases still fit and it looks great and feels better than that.
Quick question guys, if the hybrid breaks easy recommend another case that looks just as good if you don't mind!
another question, cant he tempered glass get air bubbles and can you take it off, also do all the sensors work flawlessly?
1.) Currently using a tempered glass screen protector on mine (Which is alil bit thicker) makes the "Lip protection" non-existent. So I'd get some sort of screen protector because that lip is pretty minimal.
2.) Had that concern for myself before I bought mine, truth is..if you use the OEM Sammy cable you'd be fine. Also to put on and off the case correctly lol.
BTW: Had mine since July and its still going other than a few lil chips on the frame..
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Quick question guys, if the hybrid breaks easy recommend another case that looks just as good if you don't mind!
another question, cant he tempered glass get air bubbles and can you take it off, also do all the sensors work flawlessly?
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Ultra Thin Air for like 10$ or the Slim Armor (Be careful with the white version though, mine is starting to fade in to yellow in certain areas )
Any screen protector / Tempered glass can get air bubbles if theres dust..But for some its normal to have bubbles as they go away within like 12hours. Tempered glass are removable annnnnd all the sensors work great with mine.
I've been using the Neo Hybrid for about two months now. It fits good and snug and shows no signs of wear. The plastic bumper is a little thin around the charging port but treat it well and you'll be OK. Plus, the button extenders on the sides feel really good and "clicky", instead of mushy as some of the rubber ones do.
As far as screen protection goes, I've always used the Zagg Invisible Shield but when I bought the S4 the sales guy threw in the Bulletproof protector for free. He even applied it for me, and I wanted to shake his hand afterward. Perfect positioning, no bubbles (I mean absolutely none), and he did it in about three tenths of a second.
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I've never used a screen protector on ANY of my phones, never had an issue, so I don't believe in them. as far as the Neo Hybrid breaking near the charger port, I don't get how so many people break them, I remove my case once a day to switch batteries and I've never had an issue, maybe take a little care when removing the case
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I use a glass screen protector. Maintains the glassy feel without sacrificing screen security. The neo hybrid is overhyped in my opinion. I bought it and the main thing that I did not like is how easy it was to press the power button. Without the case, the power button rarely got pressed in my pocket, but with the case on, any light tap on would push it and turn my screen on.
I purchased a Seidio Surface and Tech Armor clear screen protectors. The problem is that the screen protector fits nearly edge to edge. The pressure from the new double insulated surface cases causes the screen protector to bubble/lift/bunch on the edge in certain places.
I used some scissors to trim the screen protector with some success.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a screen protector that fits within the edges of Seidio Surface?
Thanks.
I purchased the intelliarmor case friendly tempered glass for mine. I have a surface case on the way so I will try these in a couple days and post back.
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Are you speaking of film protectors right? By the way how do you like the case? Im trying to decide between the seidio surface and the speck. Are the volume buttomes or power buttons hard to press?
Must be. Unless he trimmed Tempered Glass with his scissors!
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Are you speaking of film protectors right?
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Are you speaking of film protectors right? By the way how do you like the case? Im trying to decide between the seidio surface and the speck. Are the volume buttomes or power buttons hard to press?
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I have always used Seidio surfaces cases specifically because they looked good, slim, and they provided decent protection (offered a holster option).
The problem I have found after about 5 phones (Gnex (2), Moto X 2013 (2), S4 (2), and the N6) is that they actually hurt the phone. When I say hurt, they create these little scuffing marks where ever the case comes in contact with the phone. This comes from fine dust/sand and dirt that gets in between the case and phone. I had good results with my N6 as I would take the case off once a week and clean/blow the case/phone.
My Nexus 6 looks good, but not perfect after about 6 months.
I *think* Seidio is on to this effect as all the new phones have a dual TPU soft shell and hard shell. I am hopeful this fixes this issue.
Regarding the buttons, they are harder to press and not perfect. It is certainly functional and not a big issue to me. You do notice it. It doesn't bother me that much since the phone turns on by the finger sensor anyway. I really never use the power button anymore.
Raydee35 said:
I purchased the intelliarmor case friendly tempered glass for mine. I have a surface case on the way so I will try these in a couple days and post back.
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The Seidio case and IntelliArmor tempered glass screen protector are a near perfect match. There is just a tiny edge between the glass and the case so you don't have to worry about the case pushing on the glass protector. The glass itself is very nice, I purchased some cheaper tempered glass protectors from Ebay and you can really see the difference. They are very clear and even though they do show fingerprints and smudges, they are way less noticeable than the cheaper protectors I bought.