Just picked up the edge two days ago and I love it so far. Got the Skinomi screen protector on the way but does anybody feel the need to cover the camera lens on the back? I know putting on a protector would affect image quality a bit but having it sit on the lens all the time is nerve wrecking.
Also, any idea where to get one? I searched the forums and google but got nothing.
I once owned the HTC One m8, so I know about needing a cover, it was prone to scratches. I just use the extra one I had from it.
I do not know about yours but my AT&T came with a sticker like protection attached. I hate it though. Do not know how I shall remove it.
Hey guys,
Let me first start off with the post before me. Before using your phone you should remove all plastic film from the phone. This includes the front film that covers the phones screen and the plastic square film that covers the camera glass on the back of your phone. I used my fingernails and slowly removed the plastic film on the camera lens from the back of the phone. I noticed after removing the film from the camera on the back, the picture and video quality remains the same, this is due to a cut out in the middle of the square plastic film on the camera on the back of the phone. In conclusion, it doesn't affect quality of any sort on my opinion, but in my personal opinion it looks better without it. Personally, I didn't notice the film on the camera lens until after a week or two of usage. It got steamy and hot in the ktichen and i was taking pictures of food and I noticed air bubbles on the lens... The end.
Lets get back on topic, you can skip the top portion, but that might be too late. Alright if your looking for a camera lens protector for your Edge. I recommend Rasta Banana protector for the Note Edge.
I apologize, since. I'm a new user I cannot post links in my posts yet. You can find it by going to Google and typing "Rasta Banana Note Edge", and you will see it.
If your looking for only a camera lens screen protector only then this is not for you. The package includes a full screen protector for the front of the Edge and its dry apply that covers the whole screen including the Edge screen. Also in the package is the camera lens screen protector too.
I ordered mines today and it's $18 for the package and $3 shipping, and it takes about 7-20 days for delivery for us US buyers.
I'll let you guys know how the screen protector works and the camera lens protector works when it arrives.
Thanks for reading.
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I've had this phone for about 3 weeks now, and i just noticed i have couple small thin scratches in the lens of my camera. Scratches doesnt affect picture quality yet, but if it keeps scratching at the same speed soon all pictures will be blurry.
I'm wondering is it possible to replace the protective glass in front of the actual lens. Anyone done it before? How much does it cost?
same problem here too
same problem here !
wonder if there is a protection case for the lense like a sliding mechanism to close the cam for protection like at the good old nokia 6680
There are few listings on eBay for Galaxy S camera modules, but looking at some of the pictures, they don't seem be sold with the front cover.
Anyways, why don't you put a piece of clear tape over it ? I did that few days after I received my phone. Didn't notice a difference in image quality.
I'm using Realook screen protector and it comes with camera lens protection film as well (x2). Works great.
I've had a silicon rubber bump case (covering sides and back) since end of July on my SGS and don't have any scratches at all on the lens.
I bought this after the plastic 'black-nickel effect' bezel marked in my pocket on day one of owning it.
It keeps the lens about 1.5mm away from pocket surface.
I work in the buidling trades and my pockets get full of abrasive dust.
I stopped using a screen protector after a couple of weeks when I found out screen was definitately gorilla glass. So far so good.
stateit said:
I've had a silicon rubber bump case (covering sides and back) since end of July on my SGS and don't have any scratches at all on the lens.
I bought this after the plastic 'black-nickel effect' bezel marked in my pocket on day one of owning it.
It keeps the lens about 1.5mm away from pocket surface.
I work in the buidling trades and my pockets get full of abrasive dust.
I stopped using a screen protector after a couple of weeks when I found out screen was definitately gorilla glass. So far so good.
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What I done when I had my Galaxy in its silicon case was I folded the screen wipe cloth up and placed this over the lens. The case held it in and this made sure that nothing scratched it while it was in my pocket. I quickly ditched the silicon case for a leather pouch which has a soft lining.
It's kinda pity that Samsung selected a regular glass for the rear camera lens, and not the same glass as they put on the display.
Even before I got my phone I purchased an SGP Ultra Oleophobic screen protector, It also came with a 100% clear film for the camera lense and its working great!
mine dirt is inside the glass a white tiny particle
I searched and found a couple possible answers, but if there's already a thread on this, I apologize. Typical noob behavior.
Is the lens of the One S camera the same glass as the main display? I only wonder because I worry about the lens getting scratched up, and since this phone has such an amazing camera, it's a little more so. I'm going to be getting a screen protector for the main display, likely the Ghost Armor, but I don't want to put one over the lens of the camera, it will undoubtedly ruin picture quality.
Janderson88 said:
I searched and found a couple possible answers, but if there's already a thread on this, I apologize. Typical noob behavior.
Is the lens of the One S camera the same glass as the main display? I only wonder because I worry about the lens getting scratched up, and since this phone has such an amazing camera, it's a little more so. I'm going to be getting a screen protector for the main display, likely the Ghost Armor, but I don't want to put one over the lens of the camera, it will undoubtedly ruin picture quality.
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I suggest that you get a TPU protective cover for the whole phone, in spite of a screen protector. With a good cover the camera lens doesn't touch the surface of the table, nor does the screen. I mean, the cover is about half a millimeter "taller" than the phone, so when you put the phone upside down (i.e. with the screen facing the table) the screen actually doesn't touch the table's surface.
Besides, I wouldn't use a screen protector because the antifingerprint treatment of the screen is so useful!
Sorry, I should have specified, I did get a TPU cover, I ordered 2 of the Diztronic covers (because every time I find a case I like, they stop making it, so I bought two lol). I kind of want to get one of the Incipio covers, too, just to see if I like it better.
Having used Martin Field Screen protectors in the past on all sorts of gear I jumped on them as soon as they became available for the N4. I now have both front and rear fitted and hears what I think.
As usual the material used is very good. Scratch resistant, smooth and doesn't seem to degrade the image at all.
Firstly, the rear protector. This comes with a cut-out for the flash but not the camera. I don't know whether this will really be a problem in practice as I haven't had time to take many photo's with it on yet.
Otherwise, the dimensional fit on the rear protector is great and you barely tell it is there.
Secondly, the front protector. As with other protectors I have tried (Terrapin), width wise this matches the active screen area so you can feel a slight ridge when you swipe on from the edge. Not really a problem in reality.
However the N4 screen, like the GNex before it has a slight roll off at the top and bottom which means that you cant really get edge to edge coverage with this sort of protector. What you have to live with is a slight unprotected border.
In this respect, the Martin Fields protector is a little too large top to bottom and when fitted doesn't sit flush with the screen for an approx 1mm along the top and bottom. You can't really see it face on but it will allow dust and fibres to work in if you keep it in your pocket.
I've emailed Martin Fields about it and they have requested some photo's so they can look into possible revising it. I've sent these to them now and I'll update when I get a further response.
Nice post. Any pics? Always liked MF stuff.
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Nice post. Any pics? Always liked MF stuff.
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As MF may do something about the fit yet. I don't want to post pics of the issue as it would be bad publicity for them. Let's see what the come back with first, I'm confident that they will sort it out.
A pic of the back of the phone wouldn't help either, you really can't tell it is there.
I LOVE Martin Fields! Glad that it finally came out for the N4, but I already jumped on the too good to pass up 50% deal for ZAGGs. Couldn't wait any longer to leave my device unprotected.
Please update whenever you hear back from them
and here's the link for anyone who wants to order: http://www.martinfields.com/US/MFOP-GoogleNexus4
I bought these as well, pretty pleased with them, it's true that height wise it doesn't quite reach to the bottom (1mm short), it's not noticeable if you have a case that covers it. Certainly it isn't as bad as Terrapin, those were like half a cm short. The back protector is pretty much perfect, the cutouts align perfectly, you also get a separate protector for the flash.
Should also mention this does not come with a proximity sensor cutout, however, it works absolutely fine. I asked them before buying it and they assured me it would work.
If you're in the UK you can get these from a few online shops for around ~£16 so pretty decent.
at this price.. it's basically tempered glass price. With that said, anyone experienced both and do a quick compare/contrast?
There aren't any tempered glass protectors out yet are there? Wouldn't say it's in the same price range as tempered glass, you have to remember you get front and back.
i was just talking about comparing in general with devices that already has these on before and tempered. Right now, there aren't any tempered glass available yet, pre-order only.. There will be more tempered glass and once it's widely available, it will be around $20 or cheaper.
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I bought these as well, pretty pleased with them, it's true that height wise it doesn't quite reach to the bottom (1mm short), it's not noticeable if you have a case that covers it. Certainly it isn't as bad as Terrapin, those were like half a cm short. The back protector is pretty much perfect, the cutouts align perfectly, you also get a separate protector for the flash.
Should also mention this does not come with a proximity sensor cutout, however, it works absolutely fine. I asked them before buying it and they assured me it would work.
If you're in the UK you can get these from a few online shops for around ~£16 so pretty decent.
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IMO, I think they need to be a bit shorter height wise so the edges adhere to the screen and don't sit proud. I don't think any dry application protectors would ever give complete edge to edge fit, they would always lift at the extremes due to the curvature.
I too have used Martin Fields screen protectors in the past & thought they were fantastic! I'm not that impressed with the fit of this one though.
I've fitted the Skinomi, which is a 'wet apply' one. It completely covers the screen, & was real easy to apply. So far it feels fine to use too.
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Having used Martin Field Screen protectors in the past on all sorts of gear I jumped on them as soon as they became available for the N4. I now have both front and rear fitted and hears what I think.
As usual the material used is very good. Scratch resistant, smooth and doesn't seem to degrade the image at all.
Firstly, the rear protector. This comes with a cut-out for the flash but not the camera. I don't know whether this will really be a problem in practice as I haven't had time to take many photo's with it on yet.
Otherwise, the dimensional fit on the rear protector is great and you barely tell it is there.
Secondly, the front protector. As with other protectors I have tried (Terrapin), width wise this matches the active screen area so you can feel a slight ridge when you swipe on from the edge. Not really a problem in reality.
However the N4 screen, like the GNex before it has a slight roll off at the top and bottom which means that you cant really get edge to edge coverage with this sort of protector. What you have to live with is a slight unprotected border.
In this respect, the Martin Fields protector is a little too large top to bottom and when fitted doesn't sit flush with the screen for an approx 1mm along the top and bottom. You can't really see it face on but it will allow dust and fibres to work in if you keep it in your pocket.
I've emailed Martin Fields about it and they have requested some photo's so they can look into possible revising it. I've sent these to them now and I'll update when I get a further response.
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Hi Chris,
Just got my Nexus 4... finally...
Bought a wet screen protector that I will probably not apply.
Used Martin Field's before and I now I wonder if you received any news from them and how is everything going after using it for 6-7 weeks.
Any problems with the camera being covered?
Looking forward to your feedback.
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There aren't any tempered glass protectors out yet are there? Wouldn't say it's in the same price range as tempered glass, you have to remember you get front and back.
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Clarivue and XGear both have tempered glass shipping between Feb 15 and March 1.
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I have just recieved this item: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111343716...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649.
This is the first time that i've used a glasS screen protector and i have noticed that there's no cut out for the front facing camera.
IS THIS OKAY? I contacted the seller and his reply was 'the glass is transparent so it doesn't need a cutout'?!
I'VE PUT A COUPLE OF PICS UP. Any advice is greatly appreciated
The glass is transparent. It doesn't need to be cut out.
What are you going to do if we say it will affect the crappy front camera a little? Are you going to return it?
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I have just recieved this item: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111343716...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649.
This is the first time that i've used a glasS screen protector and i have noticed that there's no cut out for the front facing camera.
IS THIS OKAY? I contacted the seller and his reply was 'the glass is transparent so it doesn't need a cutout'?!
I'VE PUT A COUPLE OF PICS UP. Any advice is greatly appreciated
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it 'sok..
i'm using a spigen tempered glass on mine, it doesn't have a cut out for the cam, just the earpiece (prefer this, it makes the tempered glass MORESO transparent) .. & the front facing camera snaps as normal..
i got the MIME feather and it doesnt have a cutout for camera
it did have one for earpiece...
BUT problems started there... around that cutout little pieces chipped...
now around the glass, some chips have come off, cracks are now running around the phone...
for 3 months of regular use, and never being dropped in any way, i find it very poor quality
what i am getting to is.. if a good glass screen protector suffered this much damage, expect the no brand to also do it
No cutout for the camera on my glass protector either. No problems using the camera at all - you'll be fine.
I have the mime ghost, and the only cutoff whatsoever is the speaker. Zero issues.
Has anyone purchased a tempered glass screen protector for this phone that they like?
Most of the ones I have looked at on amazon have complaints that they interfere with the fingerprint scanner or they have great reviews but aren't even available for another month. LOL.
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Has anyone purchased a tempered glass screen protector for this phone that they like?
Most of the ones I have looked at on amazon have complaints that they interfere with the fingerprint scanner or they have great reviews but aren't even available for another month. LOL.
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I m using trink(unbreakable ) bought from shop
I've always gone for a matte protector in the past but there were none on the market and I found myself enjoying the clarity of an unadulterated screen. So I decided to go for tempered glass and bought these
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B073T91BR7
Got two in a pack. Wasn't happy with the application of the first one I put on, so pulled it off and used the second one which I am 99% happy with. Small bubble on one extreme edge which really isn't a problem other than it triggers my OCD. In terms of the protector itself, it's a nice feel tempered glass affair and feels no different to the glass of the original screen. My one criticism is that it is slightly smaller than I think it needs to be. It covers the screen area - just. The cut outs at the top are odd (unless there's a sensor next to the front camera that I don't know about. Personally think they'd have been better off not bothering with the top cutouts and just making it a straight line underneath the earpiece. The cutout for the fingerprint sensor fits well. It actually adds height to the well in which the sensor fits, so it kind of guides your finger to the right location. I use the swipe navigation so I suppose time will tell whether it gets in the way on that front.
A 7 out of 10 for me.
I just installed iVoler on my wife's phone.
(https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B074MPC2G2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_vCJqUdNtCwZGC).
The top cutouts are weird... I messed up my first tgsp trying to align the flash cutout. Gratefully it was a 2-pack.
Managed to install it without any bubble and almost centered. She doesn't do selfies, so the front-facing flash is not important, and it still works well, it's just inelegant imo (cf. pictures)
Other than that it's a fingerprint magnet, it does not adhere well on the sides and on the top left corner, but it does the job ok for now.
I'll see if someone finds a better one and probably change it.
I don't recommend it
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I've always gone for a matte protector in the past but there were none on the market and I found myself enjoying the clarity of an unadulterated screen. So I decided to go for tempered glass and bought these
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B073T91BR7
Got two in a pack. Wasn't happy with the application of the first one I put on, so pulled it off and used the second one which I am 99% happy with. Small bubble on one extreme edge which really isn't a problem other than it triggers my OCD. In terms of the protector itself, it's a nice feel tempered glass affair and feels no different to the glass of the original screen. My one criticism is that it is slightly smaller than I think it needs to be. It covers the screen area - just. The cut outs at the top are odd (unless there's a sensor next to the front camera that I don't know about. Personally think they'd have been better off not bothering with the top cutouts and just making it a straight line underneath the earpiece. The cutout for the fingerprint sensor fits well. It actually adds height to the well in which the sensor fits, so it kind of guides your finger to the right location. I use the swipe navigation so I suppose time will tell whether it gets in the way on that front.
A 7 out of 10 for me.
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Replying to myself here, but downgrading to a 2 out of 10. A few days in and I have a ding in the protector slap bang in the middle of the screen. Someone less OCD than I would probably put up with it but I don't think I can. My eyes keep getting drawn to it.
I have not tried any tempered glass protectors, but I did install these on both my and my wife's phone. It's pretty good, especially the clarity, it's somewhat okay in resisting fingerprints, but when the screen is on, it's hard to notice any fingerprint smudges. If you can't find a tempered glass protector you like, these will do nicely.
[8-Pack] Moto G5S Plus Screen Protector on Amazon
What you think about this, quality?
by dipos - Motorola Moto G5s Plus Screen Protector - 2x dipos Flexible Glass 9H Display Protection?
They're awful, tempered glasses don't go over to the edges because the screen is slightly curved, plus they get super sweaty, reflective and gross in general. Took off mine, won't recommend.
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Use 5d glass buy from Amazon
iRaymee said:
I just installed iVoler on my wife's phone.
(https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B074MPC2G2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_vCJqUdNtCwZGC).
The top cutouts are weird... I messed up my first tgsp trying to align the flash cutout. Gratefully it was a 2-pack.
Managed to install it without any bubble and almost centered. She doesn't do selfies, so the front-facing flash is not important, and it still works well, it's just inelegant imo (cf. pictures)
Other than that it's a fingerprint magnet, it does not adhere well on the sides and on the top left corner, but it does the job ok for now.
I'll see if someone finds a better one and probably change it.
I don't recommend it
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Wow, that one looks like it wasn't even made for your phone, the size is too small and the cutout is wrong - surely any model sold specifically for "G5S Plus" should be a better fit?
I bought the same one linked in the 3rd post, but I have NOT put it on yet. The biggest complaint people have with it is "does not go to the edge" . It is not supposed to!
I have the Spigen case with carbon fiber texture inserts. It wraps around the top edges of the g5s+. So a full front protector would either not let the case fit properly AND / OR would push up the edges of the screen protector.