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Does the Galaxy S Blaze have Gorilla Glass?

I cant find anything online that confirms it does or doesn't. I just upgraded my phones on my Tmo Family plan, 2 of them being the SGS Blaze since my parents don't want the latest and greatest. They are asking if they need a screen protector or not.

Definitely need screen protectors. Its plastic.

I can't confirm. But I'm pretty sure this screen is not plastic. I'm not using a protector only a case, so far screen in great shape....
And sad that I consider this the latest and greatest compared to my old phone
And you getting it for your parents as not greatest Dx aha
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i've dropped mine quite a few times and theres not a single mark on my screen. I'm pretty sure it's gorilla glass.

It is gorilla glass and not plastic lol
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shadymnms said:
Definitely need screen protectors. Its plastic.
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Actually, it is glass. Can't confirm if it is Gorilla or not, but its quite durable. Not a single scratch on the glass after a few months of being pocketed near-daily with the occasional coin or keys.

Well mine has scratches, so get a screen protector.
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No scratches here....I do have a case, but I've never used a screen protector.
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I bought a screen protector and a case for mine. Whether it has gorilla glass or not I'm clumsy and not taking any chances... . Case and protector only cost me about $8 total on Amazon. Only downside to case is it does add a bit of bulk to this sleek phone (probably tripled it's width).
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Gorilla glass = ("monkey" glass + "chimpanzee" glass)/2

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Hi,
I managed to break the glass of my Blaze yesterday, phone slipped out of my pocket while I was sitting on a concrete slab.
The fall was maybe 10cm / 4", but today I noticed a crack from side to side across the glass.
Fortunately the display and the touch digitizer are not affected, but I'm afraid the crack might get wider over time...
However: no scratches

Gorilla Glass is a brand name made by Corning.
The Blaze does not have that brand of glass (as seen here):
http://www.corninggorillaglass.com/products-with-gorilla/full-products-list
It does seem very durable though so it would appear that it has a competing company's version of Gorilla Glass on it.

megatherian said:
Gorilla Glass is a brand name made by Corning.
The Blaze does not have that brand of glass (as seen here):
http://www.corninggorillaglass.com/products-with-gorilla/full-products-list
It does seem very durable though so it would appear that it has a competing company's version of Gorilla Glass on it.
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Thanks. I ended up putting a screen protector on the phones as a safe guard.

I have at least 4 scrathes on screen((( carried with keys in pocket...I'm sad
How it possiblle? phone 2012y without gorilla?

Scrren protectors

I'm planning to get this phone but since I am used to a 3.7 inch screen I am wondering how well I would take care of a 5 inch. I want to buy one of those thick heavy duty screen protectors, but I'm not sure which is the best. Also, do any of you guys actually put this thing in your pocket without it breaking?
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I'm a believer that a screen protector is not needed for these phones, but then again I'm extremely careful with my devices. what do you mean break it in your pocket? it will be fine, avoid putting it in a pocket with keys, and avoid putting in in your back pocket as it prolly will break if you sit on it lol
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scott_0 said:
I'm a believer that a screen protector is not needed for these phones, but then again I'm extremely careful with my devices. what do you mean break it in your pocket? it will be fine, avoid putting it in a pocket with keys, and avoid putting in in your back pocket as it prolly will break if you sit on it lol
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Ditto what he said. And GS4 has Gorilla Glass 3 (the current best available) so unless you sit on it or keep diamond-studded things in your pocket, i'd say a screen protector is not needed. Sometimes when you buy a protective cover, you'll get a free screen protector (usually nothing special, just a small added protection for your screen) which is more than enough for me, personally. But if you want the best protection... Look for tough cases with front flaps. Or you could just go with the official Galaxy S 4 S-View Flip Cover. It's very good protection unless the device is dropped or you sit on it.

wiswis said:
I'm planning to get this phone but since I am used to a 3.7 inch screen I am wondering how well I would take care of a 5 inch. I want to buy one of those thick heavy duty screen protectors, but I'm not sure which is the best. Also, do any of you guys actually put this thing in your pocket without it breaking?
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I have an iloome glass screen protector. Once you have a glass protector you won't want a plastic one ever again. Even though these phones have good glass already they can still be scratched and if dropped they can break. Thats why I have something there. The glass protectors will take the impact of a fall so your screen doesnt break. Well wont break as easy..
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scott_0 said:
I'm a believer that a screen protector is not needed for these phones, but then again I'm extremely careful with my devices. what do you mean break it in your pocket? it will be fine, avoid putting it in a pocket with keys, and avoid putting in in your back pocket as it prolly will break if you sit on it lol
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electronical said:
Ditto what he said. And GS4 has Gorilla Glass 3 (the current best available) so unless you sit on it or keep diamond-studded things in your pocket, i'd say a screen protector is not needed. Sometimes when you buy a protective cover, you'll get a free screen protector (usually nothing special, just a small added protection for your screen) which is more than enough for me, personally. But if you want the best protection... Look for tough cases with front flaps. Or you could just go with the official Galaxy S 4 S-View Flip Cover. It's very good protection unless the device is dropped or you sit on it.
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Gorrila Glass 3 may be scratch resistant and all that, but it just offers peace of mind for me when I put a screen protector on my devices. The only device I don't do that on is my nexus tablet because I realized that since I don't carry it around like my S4, it's less likely to get damaged. I rock a Spigen nano tempered glass screen protector. It's like its not even there but I know my screen is protected.

Mr. bird said:
I have an iloome glass screen protector. Once you have a glass protector you won't want a plastic one ever again. Even though these phones have good glass already they can still be scratched and if dropped they can break. Thats why I have something there. The glass protectors will take the impact of a fall so your screen doesnt break. Well wont break as easy..
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I agree, glass screen protectors are great. But if you're looking for a plastic screen protector, I use Ghost Armor. I don't know if they sell it in retail stores but I'd be willing to bet they have a kiosk at your local mall.
On a side note.. just because your phone is Gorilla Glass 3 doesn't mean it can't scratch. I'd rather deal with plastic than deal with a scratched screen.

I always use screen protectors and I always carry my phone in my pocket. I have tried all sorts of protectors and you definitely will thank me if you get the Zagg high definition protector. Crystal clear, zero finger drag. Got mine for $30!
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I found a scratch on my S4 last night. And yes I'm heart broken Lol. This is my first scratch on any smart phone in 5+ years. I paid full price for my S4 so you know I'm super careful. My keys are clipped on my hip to my belt loop. So I never have ANYTHING in my pockets. And wallet in butt pocket. I have NO clue how I got this scratch I have an otter box commuter, and some flip cases.
In other words, even if its a cheap screen protector you might want to get one.
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The glass screen protectors are really great in my opinion.

Another vote for glass screen protector. I have an Iloome and love it.
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fuego77 said:
I found a scratch on my S4 last night. And yes I'm heart broken Lol. This is my first scratch on any smart phone in 5+ years. I paid full price for my S4 so you know I'm super careful. My keys are clipped on my hip to my belt loop. So I never have ANYTHING in my pockets. And wallet in butt pocket. I have NO clue how I got this scratch I have an otter box commuter, and some flip cases.
In other words, even if its a cheap screen protector you might want to get one.
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You got me worried about mine. I'll definitely have to check out what Spigen's been up to with its tempered glass.:fingers-crossed:

[POLL] Do you guys use screen protectors - and have you got scratches?

Just wanred to know please vote
Note: please vote scratched even if there is only 1 small scratch on your screen

om22 said:
Just wanred to know please vote
I personally use a screen protector because it´s easier to switch a $2 screen protector than the complete screen. Also i keep my phone in my pocket with an additional tpu case
Note: please vote scratched even if there is only 1 small scratch on your screen
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Im using a very thin and crystal clear SP that you almost can not notice that there is SP installed.
I forgot the brand but it cost me less than $15
My beloved galaxy SL i9003 still scratchless and I never use SP on it.

i don't use any screen protectors for any phone. I just love the feeling that my finger direct touch the screen without any protector My phone have no scratches so far, but I can't guarantee that in the future.
The glass screen is very hard and our finger/nagel/keys cannot hurt it at all, don't worry about it.
Only one thing in our all day life which harder than the glass is the sand, we can't protect our phone from sand completly, it exist on the ground everywhere, but if you don't fall your phone to the ground (and very unlucky with the screen down), the screen has very few chance to be scratched with the sand.

No screen protector, no scratches. Just exercise some caution and your screen will remain perfect

I have a couple of tiny spots and really thin scratches that can be seen when viewing at a specific angle. No screen protector, ever.

Use a glass screen protector. Dropped my phone and the glass took the scratch rather than the screen so worth it for the sake of keeping screen in tact.

im using a cheap plastic from nowheres-ville and its not scratched not even thw plastic itself
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Got me a gold tempered glass screen protector. It cost around $20Aud and was easy to apply. Fits well, is glass so noplasticy feel to the screen and everything registers well with screen touches.
If the sand scratches the screen, no biggie as it can be removed pretty easily.
Also came with a 2 home button extender sticker so that was no problem either...

Spigen GlasT.r here, $40 locally.
Best investment for my S4. Together with the neo hybrid it just looks awesome.
The glast.r is smoother and better than the original gorilla glass 3.
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No, I like em sexy and naked.

First phone that I'm not using a screen protector. And I love it. I'll never put a screen protector again
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I generally use a screen protector on all of my high end devices. On my i9505, I've currently only have my otterbox defender screen protector on but eventually I'll prolly move onto a spigen glas.t nano slim when I'm ready.
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I use a screen protector now. I've had a few phones in the past that have gotten scratched because they weren't protected. So to 3 phones later I finnaly smartened up.
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I don't use any and my phone doesn't have 1 single scratch. My phone is from may 2013

never use

Got a spigen glas.tr and a spigen neo hybrid... im completely blown away with the quality of spigen products...
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I have never used any screen protector - in the end i should have. My last 3 or so phones had gorilla glass and yes rhere were scratches. So i slapped 3€ ultra cheapo plastic protector on s4.
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Note 3 Display Protection

Hi there guys. Those who are curious like me to know about the screen of note 3 has gorilla glass 3 protection or not, here is the answer.
I emailed samsung customer service and they replied me back and told me it got gorilla glass 3 protection..

Does this mean I can finally get rid of the annoying screen protector and use the phone as it's mean to be used?
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No. Gorilla Glass 3 is the same as Gorilla Glass 2 except it's thinner. It's only scratch resistant, not scratch proof. Sand can easily scratch glass. You may not think your around any if you're not near a beach, but sand is every where. All it takes is a few grains to end up if you're pocket or a table you set your phone on to scratch it's pretty face. If you like living on the edge go for it, but I'll continue to use a screen protector.
Maybe someday we'll come up with inexpensive and tough Sapphire screens. That's when you won't have to worry about scratches. Since the only thing harder than sapphire are diamonds.
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I've never used a screen protector, on any smartphone, and have never had a scratch on the screens regardless.
What bloody idiot puts his phone face down on a table? Does that not defeat the whole point of having a screen?
On the older models with speaker on the back it made a bit of sense, (not really, because the table served as an enhancer) but not on this phone.
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I live in the UAE, sand is a constant danger.
I also am heavily into off-roading. you'd be amazed where sand can get.
I have sand in my pockets, ears, nose, mouth etc, this stuff gets everywhere!
Put a screen protector, it's a no brainer for me.

It is really a no-big deal to put the screen protector on your phone.it's not expensive,and it doesn't hurt. right?
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I learnt the hard way, I used the Note 1 with no protection for 12 months and sold it with no scratches on the screen. Then on my Note 2 I used a Samsung flip cover, at some point the velvet coating picked up some grit and whilst it was in my pocket scratched the hell out of the screen! Now my Note 3 has a tempered glass screen protector on, and will always have one on!

Mine came pre-scratched
But you can't see it at all when the screen is on. And when off it's barely visible, and you have to hold it just so to see it.
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Guys. And girls.
Check your Samsung user manual. Does it tell you not to use a screen protector? Yeah. It really does.
So: go without a screen protector if you want to, and if the screen does get scratched, bring the phone and the user manual to the store while you still have valid warranty. You should be able to get a new phone or a screen exchange.
It says it right in the manual. So if it does get scratched, use your rights as a consumer. You used your phone according to what is outlined in the manual and now it has a defect, so you get a repaired phone or a replacement. You know... That's what the warranty bit is all about.

padlad said:
I learnt the hard way, I used the Note 1 with no protection for 12 months and sold it with no scratches on the screen. Then on my Note 2 I used a Samsung flip cover, at some point the velvet coating picked up some grit and whilst it was in my pocket scratched the hell out of the screen! Now my Note 3 has a tempered glass screen protector on, and will always have one on!
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Even the cheapest tempered is 12 bucks and provides amazing protection. Totally worth it.

I use the Spigen Glass tR on my GN3 , GS4 and GS3

Cant leave the screen unprotected. Must have a screen protector on. Save you from the regret.

Maverick777 said:
No. Gorilla Glass 3 is the same as Gorilla Glass 2 except it's thinner. It's only scratch resistant, not scratch proof. Sand can easily scratch glass. You may not think your around any if you're not near a beach, but sand is every where. All it takes is a few grains to end up if you're pocket or a table you set your phone on to scratch it's pretty face. If you like living on the edge go for it, but I'll continue to use a screen protector.
Maybe someday we'll come up with inexpensive and tough Sapphire screens. That's when you won't have to worry about scratches. Since the only thing harder than sapphire are diamonds.
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I don't know why in this day and age, this common sense fact still has to be repeated in EVERY forum.
Questions on whether the screen is scratch proof keeps popping up in every forum, especially in the [Device]\[Accessories] Forum.
No Gorilla has ever liked, or likes sand up it's Arse !! NONE!

I have not used a screen protector in years. It just diminishes the nice touch screen feeling.
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acheney1990 said:
I have not used a screen protector in years. It just diminishes the nice touch screen feeling.
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If someone where to carefully inspect your phone under a light, they will be able to see micro scratches scattered across the screen.

acheney1990 said:
I have not used a screen protector in years. It just diminishes the nice touch screen feeling.
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That is why we have the hardened glass protectors... It isn't that plastic feel that seems to cause more friction when using the s-pen...

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I use the Spigen Glass tR on my GN3 , GS4 and GS3
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And it looks and feels amazing to use. Well worth the money.
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sangreal said:
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And it looks and feels amazing to use. Well worth the money.
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Now you're making me interested. Does the protector feel the same as naked screen? I always want the smooth glassy feel of the screen.
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cb_jimmy said:
Now you're making me interested. Does the protector feel the same as naked screen? I always want the smooth glassy feel of the screen.
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It is glass.... A thin layer of hardened glass over the screen.... Feels like it's naked but gives awesome protection. Costs a bit more than the normal screen protector but well worth it...
The one I got - spigen glasT - has a few different coloured home key raisers in it too... Pick of black, clear or pink...
Oh, and the easiest install I've ever done with no bubbles... Line up on screen and then swipe finger down middle.... Lightly press out any air bubbles that are left, if some small bubbles left over, just leave for a day or two and they disappear... Brilliant....

Thanks, I think I might give one a try.
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[Discussion][Poll] Gorilla Glass 3 on the S4 Long Term Results

Yes, there are lots of early threads discussing / complaining about the glass on the S4 already. Now that we've all had our S4s for several months now, what's the verdict? How significant of an improvement over Gorilla Glass 2 is it? Are you confident enough not to use a screen protector? Did you try not using one and scratch your screen? Tell us about it.

I use the S View flip cover, No screen protector, No scratches. 5 months old and looking good
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8 months without any screen protection. Case-mate barely there. Looks good, no scratches.
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8 months on no case and no screen protector, now dropped the handset twice on asphalt and tiled floor, only the aluminium surround was slightly damaged.
Both times it fell screen first.
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I hate screen protectors, they're useless. Haven't had any scratch ever. My 3 year old S2 which I gave to my mother even has no scratches.
Only thing worthwhile about screen protectors is if they provide a good oleophobic coating, as the stock coating on new phones wears off after a few months due to friction.

I don't really take good care of my phone, no abuse either. It has fallen screen first 3-4 times.
9 months in and the glass is unscratched. I have a belkin case but it's very slim, no screen protector.
The oleophobic coating is pretty much gone though (happened with the S3 too) and the screen smudges very easily.

Glass itself is fine. It's the digitiser underneath that I broke.
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I got some decent scratches, but I only see them when I look for them. f.e. when looking in an 45° Angle on the display.
Not really impressed by the Gorilla Glass 3.
I bought it in June 2013.
Screen protector is sometimes on the display (when I feel scary about scratching my phone )
A case protector is always on it.
The Case on the other side looks very scratched and the buttons are wobbling and feel tighten so I don´t believe they even survive the 2nd year...
My Conclusion is that the screen protector is useless, but a case protector can save ur "smartphone" life ^^

Screen protectores is for women . They put the cellphones into bags with keys an other cheats. My s3 and s4 never saw screen protector or cases and they are like diamond lol. Other phone like htc one X have a few scrashs on screen ( fake gorila glass) lol
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I took the screen protector off my S3 for just a week last year and it got a couple very small scratches. You all are making me feel like peeling off the one presently on my S4. And I'm apparently secure enough in my masculinity to admit that my phone has one

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6 months and no screen protector, just the flip cover. Dropped the handset 3 times on asphalt, only the aluminium surround was slightly damaged. Perfect. Screen protectors are almost useless.

9 months old, never used screen protector and I have dropped it quite a few times on different surfaces, including concrete and so far it looks as good as new (the screen). My previews phone as a Galaxy Nexus and the screen had a few scratches, then I got an Xperia S for "free" when I renew my contract and I have never used it, nevertheless the screen is completely F-up for keeping it in a backpack pocket with some pens.

8 months old. My scratch guard is being looked little scratchs but not the screen. Yes aluminum body is little weird. Its looKing little scratched. Looking Samsung used cheap aluminum than hard one.
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Yes aluminum body is little weird. Its looKing little scratched. Looking Samsung used cheap aluminum than hard one.
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It's plastic, not aluminum. If you cut into it you'll see the plastic underneath the surface.

Interesting!
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couple scratches on my screen, nothing major

Four months old, I dropped it last week from waist hight, bloody thing fell on its face and cracked, new glass repair 60euro, I wonder if it is Gorilla?

The glass on the first S4 I9505 I had seemed to scratch easily. It had several nasty scratches on it within the first 2 weeks of having it and one drop was enough to crack the inner screen. I then got a replacement under insurance and there's barely a single scratch after 6 months of having it and never used a protector. It's seems the first one didn't actually have Gorilla Glass 3.

I wouldn't know. I've been using my S4 i9500 with a screen protector ever since I made the purchase. It's mandatory for me because I paid $700 flat for it. Couldn't take the risk getting scratches on the screen.