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The Best Screen Protector Thread

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Please share your review of the screen protector you are using. I will update the details of each protector as you post more info.
XGear Fantom Tempered Glass:http://www.xgearlive.com/products/tempered-glass/fantom-4
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$29.99 (Ships Jan. 17)
Hardness: 8/10
Made of Tempered (compressed through complicated process) Glass
Feels like glass (Not plasticity)
Can choose white or black for screen surrounding area
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Skinomi:http://www.skinomi.com/sk12038-lg-nexus-4-screen-protector.html
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$5.99
Wet Application
Hardness: ??/10
Covers Curved Edges
Lifetime Warranty
Amazon Link
User Reviews
androidtoy09 said:
I have Skinomi. I really like it but I think I over stretched it when I installed it. I can see "stretch marks" underneath the skin protector. I'm not sure if its caused over stretching or squeezing as I tried to clean the bubbles.
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elarella said:
I've been really impressed with the Skinomi protector. The cut-outs are spot on and orange peel is at a minimum. Other protectors with cut-outs for the front facing camera and sensors tend to cut out a portion of the protector rather than having actual holes punched out so that the chances of the edges lifting increases. The Skinomi actually punches out holes in the protector giving the impression of a more finished look. You wouldn't think that there is anything on the screen itself unless you look around the edges and see the ends of the protector tracing the edge of the screen Speaking of the edges, I am really impressed how the skinomi is able to follow the curvature of the screen without lifting. I have had the screen protector on since I received the phone in late November and I have the official bumper on. Scratches and indentations do take a while to clear up, but with the screen on, it is not even noticeable. I am truly impressed with Skinomi.
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fallenturtle said:
I'm finding that the skinomi isn't working so well with my case. The edges keep popping out from beneath where the case meets the edge of the screen.
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tomdaws said:
...Next I tried the Skinomi full body protection - it was brilliant but I wouldn't recommend it for use with a case, which to be fair defeats the object of a full body skin. It lifted on the front where my tpu case fits. ...
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XO Skins:http://xoskins.com/cell-phone-skin-protectors/lg-skin-protectors/lg-google-nexus-4-screen-protector
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$13.46
Wet Application
Hardness: ??/10
Covers Curved Edges
Lifetime Warranty
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mackster248 said:
I've been impressed with XO Skins.
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XTreme Guard:http://www.xtremeguard.com/LG-Googl...-4-screen-protector.htm?CartID=1#.UKuFT4fBEuA
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$5.00
Wet Application
Hardness ??/10
Covers Curved Edges
Front and Back
May Cover Sensors & Front Facing Camera
Amazon Link
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Best Skins Ever:http://www.bestskinsever.com/google-nexus-4-skin
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$6.99
Wet Application
Hardness: ??/10
Offer Normal Protector as well as Case Optimized Protector
Total body protection option too
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otariq said:
I have best skins ever it is a really good product especially at a low price. At times ppl can't even tell it's on there unless I point it out. Also after a day or so after application it becomes smooth and feels like glass and orange peel is very minimal if any at all.
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Zagg Invisible Shield:http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/lg-nexus-4-e960-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
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$14.99
Wet Application
Hardness: ??/10
Covers Curved Edges
Lifetime Warranty
Patented Technology
Amazon Link
User Reviews
Spigen Steinheil:http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/google/nexus-4.html
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$13.99
Dry Application
Hardness: 4/10
Cut Short of Edges
Comes in 2 Types: Ultra Crystal (Protects from scratches and is clear) and Ultra Oleophobic (Oil Resistant)
Front and Back Option Too
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Ace42 said:
Best dry install? Spigen Dual, it's literally one of the best protectors I've ever used(hori has the best but theirs are for game consoles). Anyway the quality of the Spigen dual is unmatched, the rear protector almost has full accuracy, it's missing just a little bit of height but not enough to make a fuss over it. And the front, while not covering the curves, still overs great protection. They chose the slim profile for the front to avoid the lifting that normally occurs with the curvy designs, which is honestly a fair trade-off. I would rather have this design than one that allows dust and lifting to occur. Overall I give Steinheil a 9/10 for their efforts.
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tomdaws said:
...I'm currently using a Spigen Ultra Crystal. The 'feel' is fantastic, clarity is as good as naked. I do have an issue with the edges lifting, even though they're no where near the curve in the glass. I fitted both that came in the pack, with the same result. I'm in contact with Spigen CS to figure out what the problem is. In my opinion Spigen are the ultimate protector - I just want my N4 one to fit!
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Clarivue:http://www.clarivue.com/lg-google-nexus-4-ultra-clear-screen-protector.html
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Dry Application
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Cut Short of Curved Edges
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Does nobody have a screen protector who wants to share their experiences?

I have best skins ever it is a really good product especially at a low price. At times ppl can't even tell it's on there unless I point it out. Also after a day or so after application it becomes smooth and feels like glass and orange peel is very minimal if any at all.
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otariq said:
I have best skins ever it is a really good product especially at a low price. At times ppl can't even tell it's on there unless I point it out. Also after a day or so after application it becomes smooth and feels like glass and orange peel is very minimal if any at all.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app
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Thanks fot the reply. I was beginning to think no one had a screen protector.
Do you have the case fit one or the normal fit one.
How does it fit?

I have an Mpero Privacy Screen Protector sitting here, will post a review when my N4 arrives (if someone hasn't by then).

Best dry install? Spigen Dual, it's literally one of the best protectors I've ever used(hori has the best but theirs are for game consoles). Anyway the quality of the Spigen dual is unmatched, the rear protector almost has full accuracy, it's missing just a little bit of height but not enough to make a fuss over it. And the front, while not covering the curves, still overs great protection. They chose the slim profile for the front to avoid the lifting that normally occurs with the curvy designs, which is honestly a fair trade-off. I would rather have this design than one that allows dust and lifting to occur. Overall I give Steinheil a 9/10 for their efforts.

theTqM said:
I have an Mpero Privacy Screen Protector sitting here, will post a review when my N4 arrives (if someone hasn't by then).
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Please let us know how it does with the sensors as that screen protector doesn't have a cutout for that.

Is there any protector that will not bubble up because of the case? I dont mind it not covering the curved edges.
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_guzzler_ said:
Is there any protector that will not bubble up because of the case? I dont mind it not covering the curved edges.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app
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Best Skins Ever has an option for a protector cut specifically to be used with a case.
Fantom 4 (my favorite) is made of glass and i would imagine would be good too. on their website they recommend to use it with a case.

I have Skinomi. I really like it but I think I over stretched it when I installed it. I can see "stretch marks" underneath the skin protector. I'm not sure if its caused over stretching or squeezing as I tried to clean the bubbles.

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Is there any protector that will not bubble up because of the case? I dont mind it not covering the curved edges.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app
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The dual Spigen will not bubble up since it doesn't cover the curves.

I've been impressed with XO Skins.

mackster248 said:
I've been impressed with XO Skins.
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Thanks for bringing that up. I added it to the master post.

frusso21 said:
Please let us know how it does with the sensors as that screen protector doesn't have a cutout for that.
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Actually contrary to the Amazon image it does indeed have the sensor cut out. I was worried about that being an issue before it arrived, but I'm relieved that it should be just fine.

I've been really impressed with the Skinomi protector. The cut-outs are spot on and orange peel is at a minimum. Other protectors with cut-outs for the front facing camera and sensors tend to cut out a portion of the protector rather than having actual holes punched out so that the chances of the edges lifting increases. The Skinomi actually punches out holes in the protector giving the impression of a more finished look. You wouldn't think that there is anything on the screen itself unless you look around the edges and see the ends of the protector tracing the edge of the screen Speaking of the edges, I am really impressed how the skinomi is able to follow the curvature of the screen without lifting. I have had the screen protector on since I received the phone in late November and I have the official bumper on. Scratches and indentations do take a while to clear up, but with the screen on, it is not even noticeable. I am truly impressed with Skinomi.

theTqM said:
Actually contrary to the Amazon image it does indeed have the sensor cut out. I was worried about that being an issue before it arrived, but I'm relieved that it should be just fine.
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My mistake. Thats good then!

I'm thinking of getting the ultra-clear or the skinomi one, but I'd prefer a non-glossy screen protector. Are there any Matte-type screen protectors?

I'm finding that the skinomi isn't working so well with my case. The edges keep popping out from beneath where the case meets the edge of the screen.

ibarra21 said:
I'm thinking of getting the ultra-clear or the skinomi one, but I'd prefer a non-glossy screen protector. Are there any Matte-type screen protectors?
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http://www.amazon.com/GreatShield-Anti-Glare-Screen-Protector-Google/dp/B00AIA27VW/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1356771347&sr=8-15&keywords=nexus+4+matte+screen+protector

ibarra21 said:
I'm thinking of getting the ultra-clear or the skinomi one, but I'd prefer a non-glossy screen protector. Are there any Matte-type screen protectors?
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You could try the Fantom 5 Tempered Glass protector as it's actually made of glass.

Anyone got the Atfolix Hybrid Glass Screen protectors for the Mix?

These are German made hybrid screen protectors made of anti-shock plastic substrate and tempered glass. Have used them on a few other devices and they are excellent. Slightly pricey as they are German made but definitely worth checking out. Just ordered mine today. They also include a protector for the back in the package.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/332032300020?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
As of now, I've ordered a few screen protectors, the full coverage ones found on ebay, which seems to affect touch functionality and the cheaper standard tempered glass protectors.
Waiting for the FX Glass protectors to arrive. Will update when I receive it.
Do let me know when anyone already has these.

I ordered a "full cover" one with the black border. (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQLV04B)
I does not look promising. Reviews say its only sticky around the edges, so sensitivity is an issue.
I can't understand why there are no standard style protectors available.
That hybrid one looks closest to them, and seems promising.

THINK this is just another ordinary "not full coverage" glass.

Constrabus said:
I ordered a "full cover" one with the black border. (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQLV04B)
I does not look promising. Reviews say its only sticky around the edges, so sensitivity is an issue.
I can't understand why there are no standard style protectors available.
That hybrid one looks closest to them, and seems promising.
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The hybrid as the name suggests is a hybrid between plastic and glass. This makes the film as flexible as a plastic film but the layer which you touch is glass, hence very high resistance to scratches. They claim 8H and I have bought their protector for another device earlier and I can say from experience that its great! And its German made! And apparently they have very positive reviews everywhere. I just happened to know about them recently, maybe because I used to buy those cheap 3-4dollar tempered glass films from China which would do the job and were usually as good as the more expensive ones for "flat" displays.
I still haven't received any of the screen protectors I've ordered for the mix. But from what users are saying on this forum, the full-coverage version with the black borders are pretty much unusable due to poor touch. And the regular tempered glass ones cover just the viewing area. But I guess this is already a very well known fact that its hard to find full coverage tempered glass protectors for 2.5D curved displays. Almost every screen protector which promise full coverage only has adhesives around those borders and the glass barely touches the display which causes a significant loss in touch functionality.
Even the Atfolix protector only covers the viewing area. But what makes them different from the cheap regular tempered glass is resistance to shock. Most regular tempered glass protectors crack during shock. But these being hybrids are more resistant to shocks.

satishp said:
Even the Atfolix protector only covers the viewing area.
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What does that mean?
It doesn't cover the bottom camera bezel?

ChodTheWacko said:
What does that mean?
It doesn't cover the bottom camera bezel?
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As far as what I've read, it covers the bezel around the camera. But the protector is cut slightly smaller than the display glass meaning its not a full-coverage type protector. This is most likely done to ensure that the protector adheres properly to the 2.5D display glass.
So it does cover the bezel area but doesn't reach the rounded edges of the display. Hope this helps.
I have received a case and screen protector today and have uploaded pictures here. Have more cases coming in and will update as I receive them.
Hope you can also help by posting photos of the case and screen protector you are using in that thread. It will help other buyers.
Cheers!

@satishp Any updates with that screen cover?

Constrabus said:
@satishp Any updates with that screen cover?
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Haven't received them yet. They shipped it via a slow shipping service called PostNL.
I can recommend this full coverage protector I got from ebay though.
No newton rings, no issues with touch and its a perfect fit.
Ebay Item: 172369729447
This is based on my own experience with the item. As long as you perfectly install the protector, you shouldn't have any issues at all.
I have already posted photos here with the protector applied. Check it out.

I wonder why isn't there a full screen glass cover for the mix. The screen is curve at the edges but manufacturers should be able to do this right?

jaime4272 said:
I wonder why isn't there a full screen glass cover for the mix. The screen is curve at the edges but manufacturers should be able to do this right?
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There are full coverage protectors like the one I've recommended above. If you're referring to fully transparent full coverage protectors, I guess they dont make them because it shows those air gaps around the borders when applied to a 2.5D curved display like the one on the Mix. The ones with the black borders dont show this and are preferred by most users. Its better than seeing those ugly air gaps which arent uniform.

I did try that one you are referring to but I had to return it because of the rainbow effect and touch issues. ho well.

jaime4272 said:
I did try that one you are referring to but I had to return it because of the rainbow effect and touch issues. ho well.
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I guess there are a few variants of the screen protector coming from different factories. This is why I specifically mentioned the Ebay Item ID. I do not get any issues with this one. I ordered two of them. Had to dispose off one as I noticed some stubborn dust stuck under the first one.
Applied the second one now.
I can confirm that I don't see any newton rings (rainbow effects), no issues with touch functionality either. I didn't experience these issues with the first one either.

Ok. Good to hear, I would like to have an all clear instead of having black adages and bottom chin. If one exist.

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Nexus 5

jaime4272 said:
Ok. Good to hear, I would like to have an all clear instead of having black adages and bottom chin. If one exist.
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Unfortunately a transparent full-coverage one doesn't exist due to the edge-less design. If you have used transparent tempered glass screen protectors on devices with 2.5D curved screens before, you may have noticed that the corners don't adhere to the screen causing a border of air to form around the protector.
This is the reason why full-coverage protectors have colored borders around the viewing area. It hides those ugly air gaps around the display.
There are transparent protectors available. The Atfolix Glass protector is a transparent one, higher quality than the regular Chinese tempered glass protectors. But it doesn't cover the whole display like all the other transparent protectors available for the Mix.

I understand that, but what I was saying is that they could make them without the black edges and leave it all crear.

Xiaomi's original tempered glass
I bought Xiaomi original tempered glass but now in the middle of my screen I have like an oily colored stain. Of course it's not oil but I think there is air between my screen and the tempered glass. Doesn't the tempered glass contain holes for the sound? I hope it's not my screen. But when I turn of my device I can see it too so I really think it's the tempered glass. Need a new one! Ordered one so we'll see.

i bought this one FX-Hybrid-Glass Panzerglasfolie Xiaomi Mi Mix Glasfolie Panzerglas from
http://www.ebay.com/itm/332032300020?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
and it looks better than any previous one i have bought before.

jaime4272 said:
i bought this one FX-Hybrid-Glass Panzerglasfolie Xiaomi Mi Mix Glasfolie Panzerglas from
http://www.ebay.com/itm/332032300020?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
and it looks better than any previous one i have bought before.
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Is it covering the active part of the display completely? If not you normally have a halo effect on the left and right side of the protector. With the Mix maybe on the top side too. If the product pictures are real it is not. But well, if it is i'll order one too. The fullscreen ones i've tested are crap.
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liobeir said:
I bought Xiaomi original tempered glass but now in the middle of my screen I have like an oily colored stain. Of course it's not oil but I think there is air between my screen and the tempered glass. Doesn't the tempered glass contain holes for the sound? I hope it's not my screen. But when I turn of my device I can see it too so I really think it's the tempered glass. Need a new one! Ordered one so we'll see.
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I've tried the Raugee and the Imak protector. Both show the same effect. The problem is that these fullscreen protectors only stick on the edges. The air layer between the display glass and the protector causes this oily rainbow effect. Depending on the phones and the surroundings temperature it's more or less visible.

jaime4272 said:
i bought this one FX-Hybrid-Glass Panzerglasfolie Xiaomi Mi Mix Glasfolie Panzerglas from
http://www.ebay.com/itm/332032300020?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
and it looks better than any previous one i have bought before.
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Can you post pictures of this one please. My order got cancelled due to some processing delay. If this is good, I'll place another order.

Tempered glass

I bought Xiaomi original tempered glass but now in the middle of my screen I have like an oily colored stain. Of course it's not oil but I think there is air between my screen and the tempered glass. Doesn't the tempered glass contain holes for the sound? I hope it's not my screen. But when I turn of my device I can see it too so I really think it's the tempered glass. Need a new one! Ordered one so we'll see.

Yeah I thought so too...
I bought two of them, thinking they would last for life LOL.
I installed the first one, and noticed that rainbow effect on anything that was a constant shade. I thought it was me. So I tried pulling it off and the tempered glass protector shattered in my hands. I thought it was stronger than that, given that it supposed to be almost scratch proof.
Anyhoot, put the second one one, tried to be hyper protective and clean. Same thing. They are garbage. Probably more to do with the fact that the protector floats over the phone's screen than actually on it. Hence creating a projector effect off the back side of the tempered glass. Seeing as the tempered glass is not a Nikon optics quality glass lens, it creates this rainbow effect.
I hated it.
Took it off and used a stick on one instead.

LormaD said:
I bought two of them, thinking they would last for life LOL.
I installed the first one, and noticed that rainbow effect on anything that was a constant shade. I thought it was me. So I tried pulling it off and the tempered glass protector shattered in my hands. I thought it was stronger than that, given that it supposed to be almost scratch proof.
Anyhoot, put the second one one, tried to be hyper protective and clean. Same thing. They are garbage. Probably more to do with the fact that the protector floats over the phone's screen than actually on it. Hence creating a projector effect off the back side of the tempered glass. Seeing as the tempered glass is not a Nikon optics quality glass lens, it creates this rainbow effect.
I hated it.
Took it off and used a stick on one instead.
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Its a phenomenon known as Newton rings, which is a circular interference pattern caused by the reflection of light between two objects.
And yes, it happens because the glass protector hovers above the screen. It has got nothing to do with the material of the particular protector though. It is the space itself which causes the effect.
It reduces considerably and becomes unnoticeable after a few days, possibly because the glass flexes gradually and lays flush with the screen due to the pressure when the phone is is in your pocket, etc.
The only thing I hate about the protector is, the black borders sometimes tend to cover parts of the actual display if there is even a slight mis-alignment. The protector is also very difficult to align precisely as it may partially cover the notification LED, if we try aligning it using the camera lens alone as a guide.
I've had 5 of these which seem to be from different suppliers/factories because the adhesive is weaker on some, some aren't shatter resistant while others are super flexible to a certain extent. Some have the issues I mentioned with alignment as I feel the cutouts aren't properly aligned on some and even the slightest variation will have you deciding whether you are willing to sacrifice a tiny part of the screen or a bit of the notification LED.
The first one I had was perfect and didn't have any issues. But a piece of stubborn dust or fibre got in between the protecfor and I couldn't get it off without damaging the clarity of the glass.
After 4 attempts at trying to get something as good as the 1st one I had, I kinda gave up on Full coverage option.
Now using a fully transparent full coverage flexible TPU film. These are extremely hard to install though. Took me 5 protectors to install without any issues and even despite that, there is a small spot of dust. Its not noticeable, so it doesn't bother me much though. The material attracts dust during installation and the adhesive on the film makes it hard to remove a dust particle. You get 3 in a pack and TPU has some moderate resistance to small impacts and scratches heal naturally. It sits between the regular PET film and tempered glass in the chain of hierarchy among screen protection.
Another downside of TPU apart from being hard to install is that it may turn yellowish after a period of time due to oxidation. The same thing that happens to even the most expensive transparent TPU cases.

liobeir said:
I bought Xiaomi original tempered glass but now in the middle of my screen I have like an oily colored stain. Of course it's not oil but I think there is air between my screen and the tempered glass. Doesn't the tempered glass contain holes for the sound? I hope it's not my screen. But when I turn of my device I can see it too so I really think it's the tempered glass. Need a new one! Ordered one so we'll see.
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May i ask where you have bought the original Xiaomi tempered glass? Is that an official Xiaomi product?
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satishp said:
Its a phenomenon known as Newton rings, which is a circular interference pattern caused by the reflection of light between two objects.
And yes, it happens because the glass protector hovers above the screen. It has got nothing to do with the material of the particular protector though. It is the space itself which causes the effect.
It reduces considerably and becomes unnoticeable after a few days, possibly because the glass flexes gradually and lays flush with the screen due to the pressure when the phone is is in your pocket, etc.
The only thing I hate about the protector is, the black borders sometimes tend to cover parts of the actual display if there is even a slight mis-alignment. The protector is also very difficult to align precisely as it may partially cover the notification LED, if we try aligning it using the camera lens alone as a guide.
I've had 5 of these which seem to be from different suppliers/factories because the adhesive is weaker on some, some aren't shatter resistant while others are super flexible to a certain extent. Some have the issues I mentioned with alignment as I feel the cutouts aren't properly aligned on some and even the slightest variation will have you deciding whether you are willing to sacrifice a tiny part of the screen or a bit of the notification LED.
The first one I had was perfect and didn't have any issues. But a piece of stubborn dust or fibre got in between the protecfor and I couldn't get it off without damaging the clarity of the glass.
After 4 attempts at trying to get something as good as the 1st one I had, I kinda gave up on Full coverage option.
Now using a fully transparent full coverage flexible TPU film. These are extremely hard to install though. Took me 5 protectors to install without any issues and even despite that, there is a small spot of dust. Its not noticeable, so it doesn't bother me much though. The material attracts dust during installation and the adhesive on the film makes it hard to remove a dust particle. You get 3 in a pack and TPU has some moderate resistance to small impacts and scratches heal naturally. It sits between the regular PET film and tempered glass in the chain of hierarchy among screen protection.
Another downside of TPU apart from being hard to install is that it may turn yellowish after a period of time due to oxidation. The same thing that happens to even the most expensive transparent TPU cases.
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You amaze me!

Holy hell. Got my tempered glass today and installed it. Because of the 2.5d corners it looks like ****!!
I can't do this to this master piece of a phone. Got to find a good "plastic" one.
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satishp said:
Its a phenomenon known as Newton rings, which is a circular interference pattern caused by the reflection of light between two objects.
And yes, it happens because the glass protector hovers above the screen. It has got nothing to do with the material of the particular protector though. It is the space itself which causes the effect.
It reduces considerably and becomes unnoticeable after a few days, possibly because the glass flexes gradually and lays flush with the screen due to the pressure when the phone is is in your pocket, etc.
The only thing I hate about the protector is, the black borders sometimes tend to cover parts of the actual display if there is even a slight mis-alignment. The protector is also very difficult to align precisely as it may partially cover the notification LED, if we try aligning it using the camera lens alone as a guide.
I've had 5 of these which seem to be from different suppliers/factories because the adhesive is weaker on some, some aren't shatter resistant while others are super flexible to a certain extent. Some have the issues I mentioned with alignment as I feel the cutouts aren't properly aligned on some and even the slightest variation will have you deciding whether you are willing to sacrifice a tiny part of the screen or a bit of the notification LED.
The first one I had was perfect and didn't have any issues. But a piece of stubborn dust or fibre got in between the protecfor and I couldn't get it off without damaging the clarity of the glass.
After 4 attempts at trying to get something as good as the 1st one I had, I kinda gave up on Full coverage option.
Now using a fully transparent full coverage flexible TPU film. These are extremely hard to install though. Took me 5 protectors to install without any issues and even despite that, there is a small spot of dust. Its not noticeable, so it doesn't bother me much though. The material attracts dust during installation and the adhesive on the film makes it hard to remove a dust particle. You get 3 in a pack and TPU has some moderate resistance to small impacts and scratches heal naturally. It sits between the regular PET film and tempered glass in the chain of hierarchy among screen protection.
Another downside of TPU apart from being hard to install is that it may turn yellowish after a period of time due to oxidation. The same thing that happens to even the most expensive transparent TPU cases.
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Can you link me.to the ones you ended up.sticking with? I want to buy.

I got this full coverage tempered glass from aliexpress and the 2nd pc is totally no newton rings and the glue on the side is stronger.... since then i ordered 2 more as spares...

nakedtoes said:
I got this full coverage tempered glass from aliexpress and the 2nd pc is totally no newton rings and the glue on the side is stronger.... since then i ordered 2 more as spares...
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Is it this one ? https://m.aliexpress.com/s/item/32778323114.html

nakedtoes said:
I got this full coverage tempered glass from aliexpress and the 2nd pc is totally no newton rings and the glue on the side is stronger.... since then i ordered 2 more as spares...
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Could you share the link please?
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LaNsLyDe said:
Is it this one ? https://m.aliexpress.com/s/item/32778323114.html
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For sure no, fullcoverage he wrote
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Amazon tempered glass screen protectors

I found this one, wondering if anyone tried this one yet....?
[3 PACK] Essential Phone Screen Protector, LK [Tempered Glass] with Lifetime Replacement Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072NB1NJY/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_ZweTzbDZHA8MB

Yes. It's not good.

808phoneaddict said:
I found this one, wondering if anyone tried this one yet....?
[3 PACK] Essential Phone Screen Protector, LK [Tempered Glass] with Lifetime Replacement Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072NB1NJY/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_ZweTzbDZHA8MB
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Right now all the screen protectors are bad.
Until they come up with a new and improved version, assume all are bad.
I've tried two on Amazon and got the exact same results.
I asked for and received a refund both times.

tech_head said:
Right now all the screen protectors are bad.
Until they come up with a new and improved version, assume all are bad.
I've tried two on Amazon and got the exact same results.
I asked for and received a refund both times.
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Which 2 brands have you tried?

808phoneaddict said:
Which 2 brands have you tried?
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This company says they only cover the flat part of the screen. Lie.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B074M7S4HR/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This one just claims a perfect fit.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0747911H7/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Neither fits.

tech_head said:
This company says they only cover the flat part of the screen. Lie.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B074M7S4HR/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This one just claims a perfect fit.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0747911H7/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Neither fits.
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Thank you for pointing it out. I (and other probably) appreciate the info. Ill definitely spread the word if I find one that works, or doesn't!

I returned these based on the reviews. No phone yet so didnt test myself, but why wait to be even further disappointed
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071XHTLGR/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073ZBNLMB/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
That's the only decent screen protector that fits right now. There's also a matte finish one. It's not tempered glass, but you get 8. The fit is much better than all of the tempered glass ones on Amazon. It's not 100% perfect as tiny bit of the edge don't stick but you won't notice from the distance unlike the current tempered glass.

heyitsrj said:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073ZBNLMB/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
That's the only decent screen protector that fits right now. There's also a matte finish one. It's not tempered glass, but you get 8. The fit is much better than all of the tempered glass ones on Amazon. It's not 100% perfect as tiny bit of the edge don't stick but you won't notice from the distance unlike the current tempered glass.
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If any part of a screen protector doesn't stick then all manner of stuff will get stuck in between. For those w/ colored borders, that's not much of an issue but completely clear ones will eventually show all the dust and stuff on it.

I'm waiting this protectors "http://www.skinomi.com/essential-ph-1.html"
Only avalaible the 10/05/2017
i'll buy this model "http://www.skinomi.com/sk31879-ph-1-phone-skin-protector.html"

benshoes said:
I'm waiting this protectors "http://www.skinomi.com/essential-ph-1.html"
Only avalaible the 10/05/2017
i'll buy this model "http://www.skinomi.com/sk31879-ph-1-phone-skin-protector.html"
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I don't like the feel of this stuff on the screen. It doesn't feel smooth.
It's 3M Urethane film. I have it on the front of my cars.

Ok don't try this one
Definite halo on this one
[3 PACK] Essential Phone Screen Protector, LK [Tempered Glass] with Lifetime Replacement Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072NB1NJY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fHJUzb4M12ED5

The essential screen isn't flat. I don't see a viable glass protector coming. It'd have to be super thin with a really strong adhesive to make it stick to the sides.

foodplz said:
The essential screen isn't flat. I don't see a viable glass protector coming. It'd have to be super thin with a really strong adhesive to make it stick to the sides.
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Actually much like the iPhone, it's flat until you get to the edge.
If the current round of protectors was 2mm smaller they would fit.
But for me, it doesn't matter.
I'm returning the phone.

There's still a thin bezel on the side that can handle adhesive on it so if they release one with black borders, I'd get it as the black borders won't show the halo effect even if it's not completely stuck on the outer edges. That's what I have on my iPhones. The display area is glass while the borders are plastic so they flex more.

gqukyo said:
There's still a thin bezel on the side that can handle adhesive on it so if they release one with black borders, I'd get it as the black borders won't show the halo effect even if it's not completely stuck on the outer edges. That's what I have on my iPhones. The display area is glass while the borders are plastic so they flex more.
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Jus wait for the accessories to start coming out. Sounds like essential is open to 3rd parties making cases and screen protectors... So just got to hold on...this is what it sounded like from the reddit AMA

I have a Sopi 3M matte skin on the back and it helps with the grip a little but not by much... definitely helps w/ the fingerprints though... lol since it's matte, there can be visible smudges from time to time depending on how dirty/sweaty your paws are... I did read the AMA and they should've worked w/ case manufacturers long before release. I understand they want to keep it close to their vest until release (as to not tip off the competition) but they didn't ship the phone until much later than they said they would so in that time they could've sent out the outside schematics/dimensions to case manufacturers. No excuse!

The situation is the same for any devices that have curved edges. I'm not sure why companies just don't apply adhesive to the whole screen protector. A solution is using UV glue on a glass screen protector that isn't fully covered with adhesive. I've used the Whitedome on my Galaxy S8+ and it works really well. You should be able to buy the UV glue and UV lamp from Amazon and apply it to any glass screen protector. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KZmF8uQESI

Need Nilkin 3D CP+ Max, SP Review.

Hey guys I'm planning to buy the Nilkin 3D CP+ screen protector for my OnePlus 6 and I am hoping those of you who are already using it will share your experience with me.
My first concern is regarding the black borders on the sides, how much screen area do they eat up? Also does the border on the notch, make it look thicker?
The official TG glass from OnePlus is really overpriced in my country, so I'm really hoping the Nilkin one can be the next best alternative. Tia.

The main problem for me of the nillkin was that the glass is very thin. It broke when I was trying to separate a little bit from the screen to adjust it better.
It fits properly and yes, it takes a little bit of the screen with the borders, but not as much as other screen protectors.
In my opinion, and it's based on my experience, the most balanced is the orzly. It's the most similar to the Oneplus official one of those that I've tried.

I've had this one but it broke on the sides. The edges float above the glass because the adhesive only covers the screen. Because the glass is thin these edges beak quite easily. I currently have the normal tempered glass H (not the h+) this glas doesn't cover the edges, but there are no black borders that cover any part of the display. I've had I'd on for about 3 months know and I'm really pleased with it. No bubble's no cracks and quite good oleophobic coating. Also because this one is thicker than the h+ pro it doesn't break as easily. I have it alligned perfectly, maybe it makes a difference.

I have one of these that I bought through amazon through a Nillkin page. the black boarder definitely covers a bit of the screen. a bit of the notch boarder covers the screen. If you move it up so that there's no black from the notch border you'll cut off quite a few pixels off the bottom making it very hard to use gesture based controls. I had a problem with air bubbles, the ones near the top corners went away naturally, the 2 at the bottom 2 corners refuse to go away even after adjusting them and applying pressure for over 5 minutes. It's not a problem with the case as there's a very slim edge separating the glass from the case (Tudia 2 part case). Depending on how much you're spending on it I wouldn't recommend it, I paid $16CAD and I have buyers remorse I can't recommend this protector to anyone. There's no damage/cracks/halo effects after 2 weeks of usages, so that's a plus. I've ordered the dbrand prism screen protector, I'm hoping it'll be the same size minus the black borders.

The best one is Omron tempered glass. They came in a set of two. Nillkin hides some of the screen. Omron doesn't.

Thank you all for your response I won't buy the Nilkin glass since it breaks so easily. It's a shame OnePlus 6 has such a huge incompatibility with budget 5D/6D tempered glasses. Spending 18 quid on the official doesn't make any sense cause it too will break after a fall which can happen anytime.

eltarod said:
The best one is Omron tempered glass. They came in a set of two. Nillkin hides some of the screen. Omron doesn't.
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I haven't seen these. The only Omron I've found make medical instruments.

Nillkin 3d CP Max is poor glass. It is to small for screen and cuts some screen part in up. I don't recommend this glass.
Yeah, but where can we find Omron glass for OP6?

jelennn said:
Nillkin 3d CP Max is poor glass. It is to small for screen and cuts some screen part in up. I don't recommend this glass.
Yeah, but where can we find Omron glass for OP6?
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I haven't seen these. The only Omron I've found make medical instruments.
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I'm terribly sorry. I just checked. It's Omoton. :laugh::laugh::laugh:

Where to get this Omoton ? Could you post a photo of it on the phone?

Nillkin CP+Max Tempered Glass Review
Consider this my review of the Nillkin CP+Max Oneplus 6 Tempered Glass
Bought from Nillkin's Aliexpress official store.
Overall I am satisfied(I knew pretty much all of the problems listed below when i bought it).
Keep in mind when viewing the photos I have installed the glass as much to the top as the case lets me(Practically the glass and the case touch at the top.Maybe if I had another case I wouldn't have even more of the notch cutting in, but that is another story)
Pros:
- Very nice quality glass with excellent touch feeling.Perfect oleophobic coating compared to 1-3$ tempered glasses. Worth the extra dollars for this reason only!
- Fits with rhinoshield crashguard case(you have to install the glass while wearing the crashguard case and not the one oneplus provides!)
- Edge to edge cover(as much as it can be, as the sides of the phone have a small curve)
Cons:
- The black borders around the edge are too thick on every side. This results to having about 0.5 to 1mm of screen pixels covered at all times,which is especially visible in the notch area,which cuts even more inside the screen. Also visible on the bootloader screen where text starts from the very left of the screen and half the first letter is hidden.While in normal app use you never see text that far to the side to make it a huge problem,it some times shows in 21:9 videos on youtube fullscreen. It seems this is a problem every tempered glass with black borders has. Not only Nillkin's!
- A portion around the edges,beneath the black border doesn't have adhesive. (I think this is because the phone's glass starts to curve there making it impossible for adhesive to stick,so they don't put adhesive right there)
Maybe Nillkin should make the borders thinner in the future and also have them in a lower layer of the glass,so it doesn't look like a window.