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Two Great Cases for Less Than $10 Total

Just picked up both of these cases, and I'm very impressed with the build quality and styling of both. Very well produced pieces and they fit perfectly. The black gel case isn't a dust magnet like most others, and the clear case looks really sweet (if you like that kind of look), preserving the overall look and color of the N1, and protecting it from drops and scrapes. Total cost was under $10!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0035N8VLY/ref=oss_product
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00346T5VC/ref=oss_product

i got a screen protector + that black silicon case off amazon for roughly $5 after tax and shipping costs.

Gonesingle said:
i got a screen protector + that black silicon case off amazon for roughly $5 after tax and shipping costs.
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Nice. Yeah, I forgot to mention that the clear plastic case came with a belt clip (which I don't use) and a screen protector too. I don't use the screen protector either. Is there any need for one with the Nexus? Isn't it scratch resistant?

Part Four said:
Nice. Yeah, I forgot to mention that the clear plastic case came with a belt clip (which I don't use) and a screen protector too. I don't use the screen protector either. Is there any need for one with the Nexus? Isn't it scratch resistant?
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I think you should still keep it on there just in case. I'm waiting on my clear case with the screen protector. For the mean time, I had an iPhone screen protector lying around, I cut the top and bottom and temporarily use that as a screen protector.

Kid Poker said:
I think you should still keep it on there just in case. I'm waiting on my clear case with the screen protector. For the mean time, I had an iPhone screen protector lying around, I cut the top and bottom and temporarily use that as a screen protector.
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The clear case is sweet. Love mine.

Overly Excessive Screen Test
looks pretty scratch resistant to me
its rumored to be made of gorilla glass, which is sensitive to aluminum
i just keep the phone in its neoprene pouch it came with
infact i would wager that any screen protector you put on the screen will scratch much easier than the screen itself would.

malicious85 said:
infact i would wager that any screen protector you put on the screen will scratch much easier than the screen itself would.
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thats probably true, but at least the scratch won't be on the actual screen..

My phone fell off my lap the other week, onto some road. Small chip in the frame, the screen cover was scratched to all hell, i suspect a fall strong enough to chip the metal could be enough to chip the glass. So i think i was lucky to have the screen protector on.

I've had an issue with hardcases not wanting to snap shut if you have a protective skin on the phone(like a bestkinever, invisible shield, etc), so a word of warning. I picked up a few gelli cases on the cheap though, and they work great.

Tempered glass - Otterbox Commuter

I'm wondering about the match of these two together... around the edges. Being an epileptic I really don't prefer the thinnest possible glass as it's not only dropping the phone I'm worried about. Epilepsy is kind of an "uncontrolled breakdance disease" so phone abuse might be more violent than just a regular drop in the pavement. But what glass thickness will an Otterbox Commuter allow around the edges... if it actually goes far enough over the phone's edges to reach the tempered glass. (I don't know that either, since I haven't bought the case yet.)
Are there any experiences out there? Thickness suggestions? Maybe suggestions of glass covers if it's a "some will and some won't" issue?

Berthaconners524 said:
I have the commuter, and a regular "non-glass" screen protector. I've been doing a lot of reading about the glass, and the general consensus is that it does break with wear, usually pretty easily. I have a friend at work whose daughter has epilepsy, and I understand your concern. Best of luck to you, dear.
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Everything breaks with wear. That's one of the things we can't get around. But I do think that a tempered glass layer has more to offer than the thin plastic film when it comes to abuse that's worse than keys and coins... and even if the hit breaks the screen protector, chance is still good that the phone's display will be intact.
Not to forget the bonus that comes with a glass protector... a glass display feels much nicer.

Berthaconners524 said:
I understand that all things do break with wear, but I suppose I cannot comment on the aesthetic of the glass, as I've never tried it yet. But I guess I just like my piece of plastic. I have no complaints. But I might be an exception, and I'm fine with that.
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I'm not the picky type myself. I have no problem enjoying my phone like it is today, with a (cheap) fingerprint attracting and bubbly plastic protector. The extra protection is all that I'm after... and if the glass protector comes with a nicer feeling, I just have to live with it. :silly:

I've seen somebody with this combo before. It actually fit nicely. He was using a bodyguards protector I think. Whatever one they sell at the AT&T store.

Galaxy S6 Tempered Glass - compatibility with accessories (mostly waterproof case)

Hey guys,
So I have a question concerning using tempered glass screen protectors on the S6. Mainly, has anybody ever tried to use it in conjunction with a waterproof case? I used a cheap but well-reviewed case (RedPepper waterproof case) and it didn't close with the tempered glass front and back (no surprises there). It was only when I removed the back that I managed to fit it, and even then it wasn't completely waterproof. Oops.
Now I have a particularly thick screen protector--IIRC, it's a ZAGG, which according to Amazon is 0.4mm thick. Question is, would it be different if, say, I had a LifeProof Fre, and a thinner tempered glass protector?
And while we're at it, do any of you guys have tempered glass backs and have issues with wireless charging?
Thanks!

do you need a screen protector of any kind with a water proof case? Doesn't the case cover the entire phone?

HKSpeed said:
do you need a screen protector of any kind with a water proof case? Doesn't the case cover the entire phone?
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If one would use the case as a daily driver, no. Guess I forgot to explain--I'm just gonna be using the waterproof case when I go into the pool or anywhere I anticipate that I'd be getting wet. Hence wanting to keep on the tempered glass protector.

I have lifeproof case with a 0.2 mm glass screen protector. The only gripe I have is the loss of screen sensitivity. Usable, but gotta press harder. Like you, I only use the waterproof case when I go outdoors, so it's a fair trade off.

Rakcoon said:
I have lifeproof case with a 0.2 mm glass screen protector. The only gripe I have is the loss of screen sensitivity. Usable, but gotta press harder. Like you, I only use the waterproof case when I go outdoors, so it's a fair trade off.
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It doesn't have any issues with waterproofing? With the case I got, plus admittedly a thicker glass, it leaks a bit. I guess I'll just wait and see if it changes with the 0.2mm one. Thanks!

kisetsu17 said:
It doesn't have any issues with waterproofing? With the case I got, plus admittedly a thicker glass, it leaks a bit. I guess I'll just wait and see if it changes with the 0.2mm one. Thanks!
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No it doesn't leak at all.

Rakcoon said:
I have lifeproof case with a 0.2 mm glass screen protector. The only gripe I have is the loss of screen sensitivity. Usable, but gotta press harder. Like you, I only use the waterproof case when I go outdoors, so it's a fair trade off.
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I have the Galaxy S5 with the tempered glass screen protector and use the LifeProof Fre all the time. The device never comes out of the case. I do not see this loss of screen sensitivity. I can't see the S6 having a lower touch-resolution than the S5... I wonder if case design is at fault. But I too have zero leaking with the S5.
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It doesn't have any issues with waterproofing? With the case I got, plus admittedly a thicker glass, it leaks a bit. I guess I'll just wait and see if it changes with the 0.2mm one. Thanks!
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What case did you get? The only waterproof case I trust is LifeProof. With the exception of using a "pouch" for in the ocean.

elesbb said:
I have the Galaxy S5 with the tempered glass screen protector and use the LifeProof Fre all the time. The device never comes out of the case. I do not see this loss of screen sensitivity. I can't see the S6 having a lower touch-resolution than the S5... I wonder if case design is at fault. But I too have zero leaking with the S5.
What case did you get? The only waterproof case I trust is LifeProof. With the exception of using a "pouch" for in the ocean.
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There's a pillow effect created by the glass screen protector. It makes it harder to register the touches.

elesbb said:
I have the Galaxy S5 with the tempered glass screen protector and use the LifeProof Fre all the time. The device never comes out of the case. I do not see this loss of screen sensitivity. I can't see the S6 having a lower touch-resolution than the S5... I wonder if case design is at fault. But I too have zero leaking with the S5.
What case did you get? The only waterproof case I trust is LifeProof. With the exception of using a "pouch" for in the ocean.
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I got a RedPepper case (kinda generic, but it's the only one I found with a strap) which kinda feels flimsy but seems secure enough if I use the phone without the glass. I am planning to get a LifeProof though for the long-term.

Rakcoon said:
There's a pillow effect created by the glass screen protector. It makes it harder to register the touches.
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You know what, my brother has the S6 with LifeProof Fre. He doesn't even have a screen protector on underneath and has the exact same issue as you. I was thinking a screen glass screen protector would help take up some of that space. I'm guessing a design flaw.
kisetsu17 said:
I got a RedPepper case (kinda generic, but it's the only one I found with a strap) which kinda feels flimsy but seems secure enough if I use the phone without the glass. I am planning to get a LifeProof though for the long-term.
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My LifeProof Fre for the S5 has a spot for the strap but you have to get one yourself. Wasn't included.

elesbb said:
You know what, my brother has the S6 with LifeProof Fre. He doesn't even have a screen protector on underneath and has the exact same issue as you. I was thinking a screen glass screen protector would help take up some of that space. I'm guessing a design flaw.
My LifeProof Fre for the S5 has a spot for the strap but you have to get one yourself. Wasn't included.
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There is a fix for the pillow effect. The plastic cover has to soften. What I did was, I installed lifeproof case with the tempered glass SP, and used it for a good week. After that, I removed the glass SP, and pillow effect is completely gone. So my lifeproof case is PERFECT now. (except when I use it in conjunction with glass SP).

elesbb said:
You know what, my brother has the S6 with LifeProof Fre. He doesn't even have a screen protector on underneath and has the exact same issue as you. I was thinking a screen glass screen protector would help take up some of that space. I'm guessing a design flaw.
My LifeProof Fre for the S5 has a spot for the strap but you have to get one yourself. Wasn't included.
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I think that gap was by design--I've seen early iPhone waterproof case designs that had a small gap between the case screen and the phone, so you can still use the screen protector underwater (i.e., case screen would act as a resistive screen to the capacitive touch screen, if that makes sense).
The reviews I've seen of the Fre for the S6 doesn't show any strap holes, unless there's another version which has one. But yeah, I guess the LifeProof one over the RedPepper would make sense.

kisetsu17 said:
I think that gap was by design--I've seen early iPhone waterproof case designs that had a small gap between the case screen and the phone, so you can still use the screen protector underwater (i.e., case screen would act as a resistive screen to the capacitive touch screen, if that makes sense).
The reviews I've seen of the Fre for the S6 doesn't show any strap holes, unless there's another version which has one. But yeah, I guess the LifeProof one over the RedPepper would make sense.
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Next time i go up to my mom's house I'll look at my brothers case.
But I think the gap was put there to help prevent the rainbow effect caused by the plastic and the screen.

kisetsu17 said:
I got a RedPepper case (kinda generic, but it's the only one I found with a strap) which kinda feels flimsy but seems secure enough if I use the phone without the glass. I am planning to get a LifeProof though for the long-term.
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I've been looking for a review of the redpepper ones for quite some time.
How well do they work?

kisetsu17 said:
I think that gap was by design--I've seen early iPhone waterproof case designs that had a small gap between the case screen and the phone, so you can still use the screen protector underwater (i.e., case screen would act as a resistive screen to the capacitive touch screen, if that makes sense).
The reviews I've seen of the Fre for the S6 doesn't show any strap holes, unless there's another version which has one. But yeah, I guess the LifeProof one over the RedPepper would make sense.
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Interesting theory! And if they designed the cases with that function in mind, they're geniuses. But the pillow effect is not uniform.. And it's unintentional according to discussions I've had with lifeproof.

I would thing you'd be better off with an poly urethane screen protector rather than a tempered glass if you're using it in a case. The glass may be too bulky.

elesbb said:
Next time i go up to my mom's house I'll look at my brothers case.
But I think the gap was put there to help prevent the rainbow effect caused by the plastic and the screen.
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Interesting theory! And if they designed the cases with that function in mind, they're geniuses. But the pillow effect is not uniform.. And it's unintentional according to discussions I've had with lifeproof.
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Yeah maybe that's also one way to look at it. I remember using a battery case that came with a clear plastic layer that caused rainbows to dance around my screen lol.
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I've been looking for a review of the redpepper ones for quite some time.
How well do they work?
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Good enough--what you'd expect from an average waterproof case. It does have a bit of flex, and it unsettles me a bit that the case I have is a bit bent on the edge with the seam on the two sides sitting around 0.1mm apart. The seals snap around quite well, but it doesn't feel as tight. But the rubber ring around the case is kinda thick so I guess that makes up for it.
I've seen many people have their battery door snap off with mild stress though. Definitely something you'd want to watch out for.
Pigpen007 said:
I would thing you'd be better off with an poly urethane screen protector rather than a tempered glass if you're using it in a case. The glass may be too bulky.
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I'm hoping a 0.2mm case would be a snug fit there, but that's definitely where I'm going if the glass doesn't work out. I just think it's too big a tradeoff as I had numerous good experiences with tempered glasses protecting my screen.

kisetsu17 said:
Yeah maybe that's also one way to look at it. I remember using a battery case that came with a clear plastic layer that caused rainbows to dance around my screen lol.
Good enough--what you'd expect from an average waterproof case. It does have a bit of flex, and it unsettles me a bit that the case I have is a bit bent on the edge with the seam on the two sides sitting around 0.1mm apart. The seals snap around quite well, but it doesn't feel as tight. But the rubber ring around the case is kinda thick so I guess that makes up for it.
I've seen many people have their battery door snap off with mild stress though. Definitely something you'd want to watch out for.
I'm hoping a 0.2mm case would be a snug fit there, but that's definitely where I'm going if the glass doesn't work out. I just think it's too big a tradeoff as I had numerous good experiences with tempered glasses protecting my screen.
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If you're in US, try to get your hands on iloome glass sp. It's 0.1mm, you can barely feel the screen protector.

Rakcoon said:
If you're in US, try to get your hands on iloome glass sp. It's 0.1mm, you can barely feel the screen protector.
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Wow, I thought the thinnest I can go is a 0.2mm iCarez one. That's what I got and had shipped here. Waiting for it to arrive (not from the US.)

Armadillo case for Note 9. How is it? Questions for who have it.

So I had the similar Artech 21 case for the Note 5 which is the same people that make the Armadillo Tek case for the Note 9.
I liked the Note 5 case and built in screen protector but I was wondering about the built in screen protector on the Note 9 case since it's curved so the material is different.
Also, has anyone removed the built in screen protector and if so does it cause the phone to be loose in the case?
I'm waiting for more reviews on this case before ordering off Amazon but it looks decent.
How is the protection of the case compared to the Samsung rugged cover

interested in feedback as well.

Blues fan said:
So I had the similar Artech 21 case for the Note 5 which is the same people that make the Armadillo Tek case for the Note 9.
I liked the Note 5 case and built in screen protector but I was wondering about the built in screen protector on the Note 9 case since it's curved so the material is different.
Also, has anyone removed the built in screen protector and if so does it cause the phone to be loose in the case?
I'm waiting for more reviews on this case before ordering off Amazon but it looks decent.
How is the protection of the case compared to the Samsung rugged cover
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The case is solid. The screen protector left much to be desired. I removed it easily and the phone still stays solidly in place. It is more protective than the Samsung rugged case but not as slim. I'd feel comfortable dropping it in the armadillo case. Here's a video review I did of it:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=px2roiwe7UM

I have the case as well, I honestly bought like 4 different cases for the Note 9 before I got it, and one of them being the Spigen ToughArmor case and the Armadillotek. I have to say just for protection overall, the AT is way better than the Spigen case. It protects the phone more while not being that bulky, it is slightly less comfortable to hold because of the weird design and kickstand on the back, but its way better than essentially the toothpick that's on the back of Spigen cases.
The case itself covers the front of the phone a lot better than the Spigen as well (edges are raised slightly higher, the case actually covers some of the exposed glass around the sensors and the chin of the phone). It is slightly more expensive, but I'd recommend it to anyone who's scared of dropping their phone tbh.
I didn't bother with the built in screen protector, I don't like plastic screen protectors because they're too scratch prone, but it was easy to just punch it out, remove the adhesive, and just use your own glass screen protector.
It's near perfect, but if the back didn't feel a little weird, I'd say it's a perfect case

Yea, the built in screen protectors in these cases like the Armadillo, Supcase, Youmaker, etc. don't seem really good due to the curved screen. When the galaxy had a flat screen it was fine because a different material was used.
The only think I don't like at least on the Supcase, others as well as the Artech 21 case was the port covers. Unlike the Otterbox Defender it seems over time they can crack.
Right now I use the Defender mostly due to the extra big lip and better side protection.
I might go on a case binge and order the Supcase and Youmaker though but I will for sure the punch out the screen protector. I keep nothing in my phone pocket and the lips on these cases are enough I don't have to worry about contact with the ground.
The Samsung rugged case is a very well built case though. Except I prefer something with more girth like the Otterbox Defender. The Defender makes it easier to grip and use spen.

I'm enjoying it so far. I can type and swype jus like normal, no aggravating mistypes and dead spots. Jus yesterday I was noticing that my screen had some fine scratches on it, and I might keep this plastic protector on for a while. As far as the case, I have used some similar in the past and it is very protective. I also like how it connects together. I don't have to worry if it will come apart.

grmcrkrs said:
I'm enjoying it so far. I can type and swype jus like normal, no aggravating mistypes and dead spots. Jus yesterday I was noticing that my screen had some fine scratches on it, and I might keep this plastic protector on for a while. As far as the case, I have used some similar in the past and it is very protective. I also like how it connects together. I don't have to worry if it will come apart.
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Those marks might not be scratches but just from the spen. Just like on a naked screen you will notice the spen leaves marks. All you need to do is just wipe it off.
Either way, the screen protectors suck on these cases. Better off just popping them off and go bare. Just don't put keys in your pocket with the phone.

I ripped off the plastic screen protector and installed an edge-to-edge tempered glass one. It works great on me.

I had to rip the plastic cover off as well.

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I had to rip the plastic cover off as well.
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So the built in screen protector isn't really that good?

It does protect the screen. But the edges don't hug the screen super tight, about 1 centimeter around or over the curve. This slight space causes me to have to press a little harder than I'm used to, and that causes mistypes and unresponsive touch, about 1/10 times when I touch that space.

grmcrkrs said:
It does protect the screen. But the edges don't hug the screen super tight, about 1 centimeter around or over the curve. This slight space causes me to have to press a little harder than I'm used to, and that causes mistypes and unresponsive touch, about 1/10 times when I touch that space.
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did you turn on the 'touch sensitivity' ?

yes, I sure did. Like I say, 99% of the time was fine, but the edges of the screen protector, the tiny part over the curved edge, was slightly raised with an air gap. So it caused mistypes.

jinshanghaiaraol said:
I ripped off the plastic screen protector and installed an edge-to-edge tempered glass one. It works great on me.
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I did too, I have the white glass dome. Hehe

Majin101 said:
I did too, I have the white glass dome. Hehe
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The whitestone glass screen protector is great.

all screen protector sucks! Only use Whitestone tempered glass screen protector for noW
This case is a monster when you use the glass SP with it !

I have a armadillo tek case and i think it sucks
The screen protector is a piece of **** and they told me up front to rip it off, and also the headphone jack and charger jack covers wont stay closed and they told me tough **** to that one.
Also the charger port is too small to allow the samsung usb on the go port to be inserted

QiMai TPU screen protector. Best I've used yet

Disclaimer: No, I don't work for QiMai or the seller on Amazon. I'm just a guy who has been struggling with screen protectors since the S8+, and finally found one I'm 100% satisfied with. So I figured I'd share.
I was using the Cubevit PET screen protector and loved it, but it was a fingerprint magnet, and like all PET screen protectors got pretty scratched up.*Otherwise it's a FANTASTIC screen protector and only $8 for a 3-pack.
I had put a QiMai TPU screen protector on my wife's S9+, and you could barely tell it was there. I have to occasionally pick up her phone and look really close to make sure it's still on there. But since it was TPU I worried about it having that rubbery feel, and the SPen leaving marks.*
Since the QiMai was only $10 for a 2-pack, I decided to give it a try on my Note 9 anyway, and seriously, it's the best screen protector out there. It may not offer the drop protection of a Whitestone Dome, but as far as clarity and feel, there's no equal.*
It is crystal clear. Matter of fact it covers the FF camera and all the sensors, but it causes no distortion or interference. And it's almost as slick as the factory glass. It has no rubbery drag at all. And fingerprints wipe away very easy. And no indents from the SPen, unless you really dig in. Even then they disappear quickly.*
Ringke makes a similar screen protector, as does a few other companies, but I haven't tried them. Here is the link to the QiMai if you all want to try it.*
Galaxy Note 9 Screen Protector, 2-Pack QiMai Case Friendly Easy Install Screen Cover(Not Glass)[New Version]*https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2ZW9PG..._q.BfCbVBPDM3J
So far no interference with my cases. I use a Ringke Air, a Speck Grip, and a couple minimal generic TPU cases. So nothing that really comes far over the edge of the screen. I'll be ordering some Goosperry cases soon, but I don't see where they would interfere either.
Installation is easy, but it's also easy to get lint under it. It took me four tries. The first one was 95% perfect except for a bubble from lint in the top right corner. The second one got a bubble for an unknown reason that wouldnt go away. Small bubbles disappear after 24 hours. But this one wouldn't. Otherwise it was almost perfect.
I reached out to the seller and he sent me a free replacement 2-pack. I screwed up the first one, but finally the last one went on perfectly.
I do think I'll try the Ringke version of this screen protector next time, simply because it was a built in lint remover that picks up all lint and dust as you install automatically. But I've got no experience with the Ringke to know if it's as smooth as this one.
If you want a tempered glass screen protector, then go for the Whitestone Dome. But if you like thin, minimal screen protectors that you can't tell is there, then I highly recommend this one.
UPDATE: I accidentally tore my QiMai screen protector, so I used the opportunity to try the Ringke Dual. It's the same exact material and fit as the QiMai. It just as clear, but is slightly easier to install. It seems to be more oleophobic, yet not quote as slick as the QiMai. They are both super smooth to the touch, but the Ringke seems to have just slightly more drag to it.
But I can say I like both screen protectors and you can't go wrong with either one.

Mr. Orange 645 said:
Disclaimer: No, I don't work for QiMai or the seller on Amazon. I'm just a guy who has been struggling with screen protectors since the S8+, and finally found one I'm 100% satisfied with. So I figured I'd share.
I was using the Cubevit PET screen protector and loved it, but it was a fingerprint magnet, and like all PET screen protectors got pretty scratched up.*Otherwise it's a FANTASTIC screen protector and only $8 for a 3-pack.
I had put a QiMai TPU screen protector on my wife's S9+, and you could barely tell it was there. I have to occasionally pick up her phone and look really close to make sure it's still on there. But since it was TPU I worried about it having that rubbery feel, and the SPen leaving marks.*
Since the QiMai was only $10 for a 2-pack, I decided to give it a try on my Note 9 anyway, and seriously, it's the best screen protector out there. It may not offer the drop protection of a Whitestone Dome, but as far as clarity and feel, there's no equal.*
It is crystal clear. Matter of fact it covers the FF camera and all the sensors, but it causes no distortion or interference. And it's almost as slick as the factory glass. It has no rubbery drag at all. And fingerprints wipe away very easy. And no indents from the SPen, unless you really dig in. Even then they disappear quickly.*
Ringke makes a similar screen protector, as does a few other companies, but I haven't tried them. Here is the link to the QiMai if you all want to try it.*
Galaxy Note 9 Screen Protector, 2-Pack QiMai Case Friendly Easy Install Screen Cover(Not Glass)[New Version]*https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2ZW9PG..._q.BfCbVBPDM3J
So far no interference with my cases. I use a Ringke Air, a Speck Grip, and a couple minimal generic TPU cases. So nothing that really comes far over the edge of the screen. I'll be ordering some Goosperry cases soon, but I don't see where they would interfere either.
Installation is easy, but it's also easy to get lint under it. It took me four tries. The first one was 95% perfect except for a bubble from lint in the top right corner. The second one got a bubble for an unknown reason that wouldnt go away. Small bubbles disappear after 24 hours. But this one wouldn't. Otherwise it was almost perfect.
I reached out to the seller and he sent me a free replacement 2-pack. I screwed up the first one, but finally the last one went on perfectly.
I do think I'll try the Ringke version of this screen protector next time, simply because it was a built in lint remover that picks up all lint and dust as you install automatically. But I've got no experience with the Ringke to know if it's as smooth as this one.
If you want a tempered glass screen protector, then go for the Whitestone Dome. But if you like thin, minimal screen protectors that you can't tell is there, then I highly recommend this one.
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Nice, is it just a film protector?

felloffthetruck said:
Nice, is it just a film protector?
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Yup. Dry install TPU film.

The link is borked, though Was easy to find with search, but still..

does the S-PEN leaves marks on the film after using it for a while ?

6thtry said:
The link is borked, though Was easy to find with search, but still..
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Sorry about that! Try this link:
Galaxy Note 9 Screen Protector, 2-Pack QiMai Case Friendly Easy Install Screen Cover(Not Glass)[New Version] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2ZW9PG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_43agCbXE0S0MW

emudojo said:
does the S-PEN leaves marks on the film after using it for a while ?
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I actually covered that in my original post:
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And no indents from the SPen, unless you really dig in. Even then they disappear quickly.*
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Was just looking at the Ringke and it has no install guide.
I've always hated film protectors but might give this one a try.
Does it peel off easy and clean?

So my first package of tg was a failure. Neither stuck to the screen. Returning to Amazon. My whitestone (which I'm not sure now if I'll end up using now) is still a few days away, so I ordered this to have coverage. It will be here tomorrow.

felloffthetruck said:
Was just looking at the Ringke and it has no install guide.
I've always hated film protectors but might give this one a try.
Does it peel off easy and clean?
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Yes it peels off easy and clean. No adhesive residue.
I actually JUST switched to the Ringke screen protector. LOL. I put my Note 9 in a sleeve to carry it without a case, and the corner of the screen protector peeled up and tore. So I ordered the Ringke to try it out. I like it just as well as the QiMai. There's some subtle differences. The Ringke is actually easier to install. And even though the QiMai feels just slightly slicker than the Ringke, I think the Ringke is more oleophobic. You honestly can go wrong with either one.
PuffinNugz said:
So my first package of tg was a failure. Neither stuck to the screen. Returning to Amazon. My whitestone (which I'm not sure now if I'll end up using now) is still a few days away, so I ordered this to have coverage. It will be here tomorrow.
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What did you think of it?

Mr. Orange 645 said:
Yes it peels off easy and clean. No adhesive residue.
I actually JUST switched to the Ringke screen protector. LOL. I put my Note 9 in a sleeve to carry it without a case, and the corner of the screen protector peeled up and tore. So I ordered the Ringke to try it out. I like it just as well as the QiMai. There's some subtle differences. The Ringke is actually easier to install. And even though the QiMai feels just slightly slicker than the Ringke, I think the Ringke is more oleophobic. You honestly can go wrong with either one.
What did you think of it?
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How well does the dust removal deal work on the Ringke?

felloffthetruck said:
How well does the dust removal deal work on the Ringke?
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Not that great, actually. I think they could have used a little stronger adhesive, but it's okay. I wound up with one speck of dust on the very edge, but I also used a dust absorber from another screen protector kit to remove any heavy lint and dust.
It turned out about 99.9% perfect, which is the best I can expect from any screen protector. I always end up with some speck of dust or bubble somewhere. It's just so hard without an actual clean room.
I will say the screen protector is absolutely invisible. You have to look very hard to see it. And the more I use it, the slicker it feels.
Just make sure it's straight and aligned before you peel off the backing (tab 2 and 3). I had to readjust mine a few times to get it straight and centered left to right. That is one advantage to this installation method. You can readjust it as much as you want before you actually secure it permanently to the screen.

Mr. Orange 645 said:
Not that great, actually. I think they could have used a little stronger adhesive, but it's okay. I wound up with one speck of dust on the very edge, but I also used a dust absorber from another screen protector kit to remove any heavy lint and dust.
It turned out about 99.9% perfect, which is the best I can expect from any screen protector. I always end up with some speck of dust or bubble somewhere. It's just so hard without an actual clean room.
I will say the screen protector is absolutely invisible. You have to look very hard to see it. And the more I use it, the slicker it feels.
Just make sure it's straight and aligned before you peel off the backing (tab 2 and 3). I had to readjust mine a few times to get it straight and centered left to right. That is one advantage to this installation method. You can readjust it as much as you want before you actually secure it permanently to the screen.
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Can you post a couple pictures showing this protector on the phone?

felloffthetruck said:
Can you post a couple pictures showing this protector on the phone?
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Sure. If not today, I'll snag some pics tomorrow.

felloffthetruck said:
Can you post a couple pictures showing this protector on the phone?
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This is the Ringke screen protector. I didn't get any pics of the QiMai protector.

Those specs are dust ON the screen protector, not under it.

Mr. Orange 645 said:
This is the Ringke screen protector. I didn't get any pics of the QiMai protector.
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WOW, that looks nice. I'll have to give them a try.
Did you get that result on the first try?

felloffthetruck said:
WOW, that looks nice. I'll have to give them a try.
Did you get that result on the first try?
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Yes I did. But I cheated a little. I also bought the same screen protector for my Note 8 and installed it first. So I at least had some practice.
Just use as close to a dust free environment as you can. Then clean your screen really well, remove all dust with a dust remover if you have it, then take your time lining up the screen protector. Remember, you can lift it and readjust as many times as you want before you pull tab 2 and secure it permanently.