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Looking for anyone who's been able to locate the official Samsung screen protector here in the US at a physical store (Best Buy, AT&T, etc) or a reputable online store.
Thanks!
Bump. I'm looking aswell.
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Not in stock
Yeah, it was a 5day wait until it was restocked when i bought it. Im still waiting.
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I'm amazed at the lack of official accessories for the launch.
Then again, look what happened to best buy/target.
I guess we will just have to wait...
I received mine. Haven't installed it yet. But it's in my grubby little hands. Mobilefun VERY early order.
Ok, installed.
Fits better than many of the aftermarket ones based on what I've seen for reviews. Sides are curved already, little cutouts at the corners so they don't pull up.
After several hours of bubblepushing, I've got it almost perfect. I also think letting it get nice and heated up on the wireless charger helped, tho one of the sides still has some bubbles and the curved screen makes it really tough to push them out. They get shoved around. I suspect all would have similar issues.
it feels less rubbery than say a Zagg, not as smooth as glass. The curves do NOT make it easier to install but if you take your time, and have plenty of patience, it should go fine.
Inside the box, you get 2 screen protectors, a 2 inch square microfiber cloth and some dust removal stickers. No cleaner, no instructions but the case had nice foam padding.... It does not state wet or dry install. I went with dry.
I scrapped the stickers and mf cloth and used real cleaner and a much bigger microfiber cloth. Also got my bathroom all steamy to clear dust particles because there's nothing more OCD than a big piece of lint under your screen.
Now, you're going to want to know if it'll work with cases. Here's the rub. I only have the official S-VIEW case and it seemed to be fine there, didn't push up the sides "YET".
I've had it out of the case for HOURS after the install and just put it in 10 minutes ago.
Samsung got the fit nearly perfect, not unexpected. It is their device.
It's NOT the cheapest one out there and it seems rather hard to find for now, but so far, I'm "ok" with it. Time will tell.
I'll post at a later date/time if the sides start pushing up or the remaining bubbles don't get worked out. I cannot test it with any other case as I almost always use the s-view one.
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Ok, installed.
Fits better than many of the aftermarket ones based on what I've seen for reviews. Sides are curved already, little cutouts at the corners so they don't pull up.
After several hours of bubblepushing, I've got it almost perfect. I also think letting it get nice and heated up on the wireless charger helped, tho one of the sides still has some bubbles and the curved screen makes it really tough to push them out. They get shoved around. I suspect all would have similar issues.
it feels less rubbery than say a Zagg, not as smooth as glass. The curves do NOT make it easier to install but if you take your time, and have plenty of patience, it should go fine.
Inside the box, you get 2 screen protectors, a 2 inch square microfiber cloth and some dust removal stickers. No cleaner, no instructions but the case had nice foam padding.... It does not state wet or dry install. I went with dry.
I scrapped the stickers and mf cloth and used real cleaner and a much bigger microfiber cloth. Also got my bathroom all steamy to clear dust particles because there's nothing more OCD than a big piece of lint under your screen.
Now, you're going to want to know if it'll work with cases. Here's the rub. I only have the official S-VIEW case and it seemed to be fine there, didn't push up the sides "YET".
I've had it out of the case for HOURS after the install and just put it in 10 minutes ago.
Samsung got the fit nearly perfect, not unexpected. It is their device.
It's NOT the cheapest one out there and it seems rather hard to find for now, but so far, I'm "ok" with it. Time will tell.
I'll post at a later date/time if the sides start pushing up or the remaining bubbles don't get worked out. I cannot test it with any other case as I almost always use the s-view one.
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Im so jealous of you. I've got the Skinomi one and cant keep the edges down for the life of me!
Can't find them in Canada either, the official samsung stores don't have them at this time
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Can't find them in Canada either, the official samsung stores don't have them at this time
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JMLQSFI/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Amazon appears to be my best bet. I have one on order that will be delivered next week hopefully.
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JMLQSFI/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Amazon appears to be my best bet. I have one on order that will be delivered next week hopefully.
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"Buy Used" :')
I think you can get them for CA from the same website, from what I gather everything is shipped from the UK anyway.
Edit: Yup, found it: http://ca.mobilefun.com/official-samsung-galaxy-note-7-screen-protector-60374
Is there an orange-peel effect on this original Samsung screen protector? Since it's a bit rubbery like Zagg.
No orange peel effect, it's not like the original Zagg, more like the HD one. Feels like hard plastic and not glass tho.
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Still attached to the sides fine. Have taken the phone in and out of the sview case several times now to put in the Gear VR. Not once has it pushed up the sides.
The remaining bubbles have worked their way out now. I switched tips on my spen as suggested and it feels fine.
I think it's a keeper. Plus they give you 2 so I have a spare for when/if I tear this one up.
What tip you did you switch too? I got my screen protector on the way.
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What tip you did you switch too? I got my screen protector on the way.
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The white one felt the best. YMMV.
Hmmm, I dunnooo.......
I have serious doubts about this being actual OEM. But if it works, HEY, why not (key takeaway)....been trying to get this since before release. If China can make Burberry bags that are identical to their "genuine" counterparts well then........
Anyway, if the ones from "Mobile Fun" really are OEM, I am curious to know how they got them, seeing as though Samsung themselves haven't started selling this item yet.
I think the design is ingenious, with the corner niches to allow for adherence to the beveled corners and curved sides.
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I should add that I'm using an IQ Shield. First one was total garbage, they sent a replacement, just applied the replacement they sent me (looks like it might be a winner, though it's curing now so will update with results.
Requires extreme patience, minimal spray and a hairdryer but it IS possible. Sorry to take off track.
Waiting for OEM SP's to be made available in the States.
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The white one felt the best. YMMV.
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Is there any difference between the tips? i.e. white is softer, or vice versa??
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I have serious doubts about this being actual OEM. But if it works, HEY, why not (key takeaway)....been trying to get this since before release. If China can make Burberry bags that are identical to their "genuine" counterparts well then........
Anyway, if the ones from "Mobile Fun" really are OEM, I am curious to know how they got them, seeing as though Samsung themselves haven't started selling this item yet.
I think the design is ingenious, with the corner niches to allow for adherence to the beveled corners and curved sides.
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I should add that I'm using an IQ SHield. First one was total garbage, they sent a replacement, just applied the replacement they sent me (looks like it might be a winner, though it's curing now so will update with results.
Requires extreme patience, minimal spray and a hairdryer but it IS possible. Sorry to take off track.
Waiting for OEM SP's to be made available in the States.
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Is there any difference between the tips? i.e. white is softer, or vice versa??
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UPDATE* Second IQ Shield is better, and let me tell you, I followed the instruction video, and card perfectly, BUT, the edges are starting to lift again.
Ordered the (as advertised) OEM Screen Protector from MobileFun.com ... So this will have to do for now, until the Samsung one comes in.
And lastly, I see everyone blaming the manufacturers of screen protectors, they are all garbage, because it's near impossible getting the curved edges and beveled corners to stay down, even with a wet install.
The Note 7 has a sharp curve, as opposed to a slight arch (like on previous Samsung curved screens), hence it is that much harder to keep down.
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I have serious doubts about this being actual OEM. But if it works, HEY, why not (key takeaway)....been trying to get this since before release. If China can make Burberry bags that are identical to their "genuine" counterparts well then........
Anyway, if the ones from "Mobile Fun" really are OEM, I am curious to know how they got them, seeing as though Samsung themselves haven't started selling this item yet.
I think the design is ingenious, with the corner niches to allow for adherence to the beveled corners and curved sides.
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I should add that I'm using an IQ SHield. First one was total garbage, they sent a replacement, just applied the replacement they sent me (looks like it might be a winner, though it's curing now so will update with results.
Requires extreme patience, minimal spray and a hairdryer but it IS possible. Sorry to take off track.
Waiting for OEM SP's to be made available in the States.
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Is there any difference between the tips? i.e. white is softer, or vice versa??
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I'm using the OEM screen protector and clear view cover. Both are working well together
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UPDATE* Second IQ Shield is better, and let me tell you, I followed the instruction video, and card perfectly, BUT, the edges are starting to lift again.
Ordered the (as advertised) OEM Screen Protector from MobileFun.com ... So this will have to for now, until the Samsung one comes in.
And lastly, I see everyone blaming the manufacturers of screen protectors, they are all garbage, because it's near impossible getting the curved edges and beveled corners to stay down, even with a wet install.
The Note 7 has a sharp curve, as opposed to a slight arch (like on previous Samsung curved screens), hence it is that much harder to keep down.
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So I am the second version. Should into try it? In have the first version and it works really well. Just have some of the edges raising. Is the updated version smaller?
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Honestly I don't care if you have a dome and it's the best ever. This is my experience with the dome. Sum it up. Low quality trash. Brand New sealed ordered from Whitestone out of the box it had a pretty deep scrach in it. And for how much junk Zagg is at least there product does not come out of the box scrached. Attached is an image under magnification.
Check out the glass before you install and before you remove your current protector. You are not buying quality here. I had high expectations for this but after this I'll just go back to brands that preform simple steps in quality control.
Lots of people are pleased. I for one say a scratch out of the box of a new product at this price point is 100% un acceptable. And this is the only brand that I seen this in. In my experience this is the lowest quality glass out for the note 9. Yeah Zagg has some poor design choices like edge adhesive and on the elite the black borders. But the glass is flawless and clear. Unlike this Whitestone.
If you can't spot a scratch that deep I now question the quality of the optical adhesive they use. I work in the optoelectronics industry. I use optical adhesive pretty often so I'm going to check out the other tube and see how it stacks up against the stuff I use.
Full review will cover the unboxing, install as well as that moment that I discover that scrach with my reaction lol. Also high res images of the scratch along with precise mesurements of it. And why I have it at work I'll be going more into the glass using some of the equipment we have here.
If the dome you got is flawless that's great. I'm happy for you. However that's not my experience with this product. my review is a sample size of 1. There are way they could of protected the glass like other manufacturer's do but they cut that corner and lowered product quality to keep cost down. After all the reviews I bought with confidence and received a damaged product. I have contacted Whitestone about this but I will say that Zagg offered to send out a elite free to replace the one I took off and said that I should not be punished for buying into the hype and the note 9 deserves a quality product to protect the best display on a smartphone. That says alot about Zagg by eliminating the shipping. We will see how Whitestone handles this. If they send out a replacement that is a representation of what others have prazed I would be more then happy. But I think they are going to try and play the pay to ship that back, then pay for shipping on another product so we can ring even more money out of you. But sorry guys. You burned me one time. You won't burn me again.
Again. I haven't seen anyone else with this issue. As far as I know this is a single case. There may be more who knows but I'll be 100% honest in this. The picture was taken under magnification to show it's not just a scratch in the oleophobic coating. From a picture you can't feel the scratch catch your finger nail when you rub it. If Whitestone decides to take care of this issue I will update this post with how they handled it and there response. Until then for all those who are ocd about there displays. This is what a scratch looks like.
Update
Whitestone is in communication on how to make this right. I have discovered another issue. This is with the oleophobic coating. One spot has some heat damage. I sent them this picture to see how this could happen in there process.
Working in the optoelectronics industry for years. I look forward to offering them some input on how to keep things like these from hurting there brand to new potential customers. First product from them and as of right now the last. I pay for the premium product I demand a premium product. I will keep this update with there solution on this matter and what they think can cause the issues.
The scratch I believe was cased when after inspection when placed in the bag. The bag is not optics quality and being so is may contain debris. Example out air cans we use are not normal dust cans. They are filtered to sub micron purity. There's quality and then optical quality. When placed in the bag the scratch was formed. Protective film would ensure that never happens or optical quality bags. Corner was cut and the product suffered. That's a fact. As for the oleophobic coating. I would need more info on there production line. I have a theory of what could cause that. I have seen similar issues with microscope optical coatings on production equipment.
So far they have replied quickly and seem eager to make things right and assure me that the product meets there quality standards.
I think when finished I will have the most in depth review of this. Since I had to take it to work for pictures I was able to test the included adhesive, cure light optical power and make exact cure times required for a full proper cure. Mesure the thickness of the adhesive layer under the glass and other stuff. It's probably going to be about a 30-45min video I will post on YouTube. If interested I am willing to do the same for other protectors if there is interest. Since most reviews are just stick it on and it fits so it must be the best. We can dive into things a bit more and actually look at the product.
Update.
Told to use the warranty form online. Pictures were sent to there hq in Korea. They made a coupon code that will wave the shipping. Excellent support.
User error.
bignazpwns said:
Honestly I don't care if you have a dome and it's the best ever. This is my experience with the dome. Sum it up. Low quality trash. Brand New sealed ordered from Whitestone out of the box it had a pretty deep scrach in it. And for how much junk Zagg is at least there product does not come out of the box scrached.
Check out the glass before you install and before you remove your current protector. You are not buying quality here. I had high expectations for this but after this I'll just go back to brands that preform simple steps in quality control.
Lots of people are pleased. I for one say a scratch out of the box of a new product at this price point is 100% un acceptable. And this is the only brand that I seen this in. In my experience this is the lowest quality glass out for the note 9. Yeah Zagg has some poor design choices like edge adhesive and on the elite the black borders. But the glass is flawless and clear. Unlike this Whitestone.
If you can't spot a scratch that deep I now question the quality of the optical adhesive they use. I work in the optoelectronics industry. I use optical adhesive pretty often so I'm going to check out the other tube and see how it stacks up against the stuff I use.
Full review will cover the unboxing, install as well as that moment that I discover that scrach with my reaction lol. Also high res images of the scratch along with precise mesurements of it. And why I have it at work I'll be going more into the glass using some of the equipment we have here.
If the dome you got is flawless that's great. I'm happy for you. However that's not my experience with this product. my review is a sample size of 1. There are way they could of protected the glass like other manufacturer's do but they cut that corner and lowered product quality to keep cost down. After all the reviews I bought with confidence and received a damaged product. I have contacted Whitestone about this but I will say that Zagg offered to send out a elite free to replace the one I took off and said that I should not be punished for buying into the hype and the note 9 deserves a quality product to protect the best display on a smartphone. That says alot about Zagg by eliminating the shipping. We will see how Whitestone handles this. If they send out a replacement that is a representation of what others have prazed I would be more then happy. But I think they are going to try and play the pay to ship that back, then pay for shipping on another product so we can ring even more money out of you. But sorry guys. You burned me one time. You won't burn me again.
Again. I haven't seen anyone else with this issue. As far as I know this is a single case. There may be more who knows but I'll be 100% honest in this. The picture was taken under magnification to show it's not just a scratch in the oleophobic coating. From a picture you can't feel the scratch catch your finger nail when you rub it. If Whitestone decides to take care of this issue I will update this post with how they handled it and there response. Until then for all those who are ocd about there displays. This is what a scratch looks like.
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Mine was scratched pretty deeply as well out of the box. I just don't feel like going through the installation process again, so I guess I'll just keep it as long as I can without it driving me crazy.
I advise everyone to inspect the glass of the protector before installing.
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User error.
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User error because there was a scratch?? You sound like a troll.
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User error.
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I'm sorry to hear that. It's not hard to put on. Maybe next time you would take your time and you won't have user error.
Update they messaged me me back seeing how we can fix this. I told them what I think caused this on there end but I have another issue and asked them about there quality control. Needed info as if I tell my subs to buy something it's of quality. No excuses for this.
I'm not mad about the scratch. Gave me content and for the first time ever the dome is getting looked at. And if we cannot get crazy I can fire up the Scanning electron microscope and we can dive into it lol.
Just for reference. Was your scratch 1/4 inch under the bixby button and to the right 1/4 inch going vertically?
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I'm sorry to hear that. It's not hard to put on. Maybe next time you would take your time and you won't have user error.
Update they messaged me me back seeing how we can fix this. I told them what I think caused this on there end but I have another issue and asked them about there quality control. Needed info as if I tell my subs to buy something it's of quality. No excuses for this.
I'm not mad about the scratch. Gave me content and for the first time ever the dome is getting looked at. And if we cannot get crazy I can fire up the Scanning electron microscope and we can dive into it lol.
Just for reference. Was your scratch 1/4 inch under the bixby button and to the right 1/4 inch going vertically?
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Scan the note 9 screen with the electron microscope. Would like to see pics .
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Scan the note 9 screen with the electron microscope. Would like to see pics .
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People are using our Scanning electron right now but here are some high magnification images from out just microscope.
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People are using our Scanning electron right now but here are some high magnification images from out just microscope.
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That's amazing. Any chance in showing some glass defects?
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People are using our Scanning electron right now but here are some high magnification images from out just microscope.
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One more
Limeybastard said:
That's amazing. Any chance in showing some glass defects?
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What kind of defects do you wanna see?
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What kind of defects do you wanna see?
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Factory ones. Ones that the eye cannot see. Perhaps in the glass areas and also th frame . Especially the area where the glass meets the frame , the so called gap.
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Factory ones. Ones that the eye cannot see. Perhaps in the glass areas and also th frame . Especially the area where the glass meets the frame , the so called gap.
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Yeah I'll get see I day or two and I'll start a thread for it.
My experience from the Dome Glass... I ordered the 2 Pack from Amazon, I got the package a little bit wet from the LOCA glue. I successfully installed the glass on my N9, but it had a small scratch on it that I noticed after I turned on the UV light to dry the glue. After about one week little cracks appeared in the glue I contact Amazon and they replaced it (had to sent it back). Now I have the new one on my screen for 3 weeks and everything is good. I hope it will stay that way.
When it works it's the best screen protector I have ever had (and I had them all).
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My experience from the Dome Glass... I ordered the 2 Pack from Amazon, I got the package a little bit wet from the LOCA glue. I successfully installed the glass on my N9, but it had a small scratch on it that I noticed after I turned on the UV light to dry the glue. After about one week little cracks appeared in the glue I contact Amazon and they replaced it (had to sent it back). Now I have the new one on my screen for 3 weeks and everything is good. I hope it will stay that way.
When it works it's the best screen protector I have ever had (and I had them all).
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There support was fast. From what I seen I rate this a 3 on a scale to 5. The oleophobic coating is absolutely trash. But we'll see how it is on the replacement since I know there is a defect in this units coating. I'll give my final opinion on it when the replacement comes in and will compare the quality of the glass and coating to some other brands.
Howdy XDA,
As the new #Pixel4 was announced today we are already in production of Pixel 4 screen protectors. We hit it out of the park this time with full coverage, 3D, and full glue models.
As always, we have a special deal just for XDA where you can get 50% any Pixel 4 or Pixel 4 XL screen protector, just use coupon code Pixel4Sale.
Any thoughts or concerns, just let us know as always and we'll take care of you.
Thanks!
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intelliARMOR said:
Howdy XDA,
As the new #Pixel4 was announced today we are already in production of Pixel 4 screen protectors. We hit it out of the park this time with full coverage, 3D, and full glue models. ...
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Is the PRO in this link Full adhesive?
blcklab said:
Is the PRO in this link Full adhesive?
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Yes - full adhesive on both models. And 3D glass
Are the cutouts actual holes, or clear glass? I've had proximity sensor issues in the past, and am concerned about that an issues for the radar sensors.
Ordered one for the XL. Hopefully it is as good as your old school flat screen phone models.
So the tempered glass you're making are going to only be like the picture above? I'm not a fan of tempered glass where is just sticky around the edges. Are you making regular ones too?
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Are the cutouts actual holes, or clear glass? I've had proximity sensor issues in the past, and am concerned about that an issues for the radar sensors.
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Yes, we have cutouts - no issues with proximity sensors
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So the tempered glass you're making are going to only be like the picture above? I'm not a fan of tempered glass where is just sticky around the edges. Are you making regular ones too?
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Yes, our glass is full adhesive. We are not fans of the ones with sticky around the edges either.
If it's full glass adhesion, why the black trim?
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If it's full glass adhesion, why the black trim?
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The black trim is 3D molded to accommodate the Pixel's curved screen. The full adhesion gives superior performance and feel over models without.
Thanks!
Do you have a retailer in Europe?
okay, ordered, what the hey-..
I've learned the hard way.. gotta protect the screen asap.
I had an intelliglass on my pixel Xl. .that was fine..
but curved edges was a disaster on the pixel 2xl..
lets see what the pixel 4 xl is like.. (totally skipped pixel 3.. i was notchblocked)
been a fan since nexus 6p days. Will you be making a blue light version? also way some other company have a installation tray for align not sure how useful one would be to have precise install.
Looking forward to getting on my pixel 4 xl when i order!
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The black trim is 3D molded to accommodate the Pixel's curved screen. The full adhesion gives superior performance and feel over models without.
Thanks!
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Well, I ordered two of them... will hope for the best. Thanks!
Robati said:
Do you have a retailer in Europe?
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I have been looking but not found anything. Looking to get one delivered to the UK.
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Well, I ordered two of them... will hope for the best. Thanks!
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I believe you will be quite happy with the design
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I have been looking but not found anything. Looking to get one delivered to the UK.
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We have some distribution in Europe, but no retailer in the UK yet. If you can tell us the retailer you'd prefer we can work on getting them setup.
This is stellar. Actual interaction with a product distributor, rather than just ordering something, hoping it works out and if it doesn't, moving on to the next protector without actually having any realtime knowledge of the product ? I got burned so many times with OP protectors, this is quite appealing. Think I'm gonna grab a couple friday, along with the spigen crystal clear case. That will be a killer setup. It will be...oh so badass ?
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This is stellar. Actual interaction with a product distributor, rather than just ordering something, hoping it works out and if it doesn't, moving on to the next protector without actually having any realtime knowledge of the product I got burned so many times with OP protectors, this is quite appealing. Think I'm gonna grab a couple friday, along with the spigen crystal clear case. That will be a killer setup. It will be...oh so badass
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You bet! That's one of the reasons we love XDA, we can speak directly to our customers. Also, we have a satisfaction guarantee, so if you are not happy with any of our products you can just let us know and we'll take care of you. :good:
Ordered.
Did you notice that the Note 20 Ultra has a built in screen protector out of the box?
I won't have mine in hand for a bit over 24 hours from time of this post...
However, I did notice Zach (JerryRigEverything) posed a durability "test" as usual and it appears to have the same type of protection as earlier models starting with the S10 series last year.
how many threads do this forum need about this? take a little time to search and not be so selfish and lazy.
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how many threads do this forum need about this? take a little time to search and not be so selfish and lazy.
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First day on XDA?
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Did you notice that the Note 20 Ultra has a built in screen protector out of the box?
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None of the demo models I saw had one, and the review units on YouTube didn't appear to have one either.
But a member here received his early in the United Arab Emirates, and he said it had a factory installed screen protector just like the S20 and the Note 10. On Jerry Rig Everything, Zach showed that it came with a factory installed screen protector as well.
I ordered some screen protectors just in case. You will need them. Gorilla Glass Victus scratches just as easy as previous versions.
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I ordered some screen protectors just in case. You will need them. Gorilla Glass Victus scratches just as easy as previous versions.
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Which ones did you order?
It does, but it's extremely thin & I doubt it will be very effective long-term.
Well I got mine today and I cannot see or feel on edge of device if there is one installed. There is no cutout around front facing camera. I have been searching since mine arrived several hours ago and I am finding nothing that says for sure that one is installed.
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butchieboy said:
Well I got mine today and I cannot see or feel on edge of device if there is one installed. There is no cutout around front facing camera. I have been searching since mine arrived several hours ago and I am finding nothing that says for sure that one is installed.
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that makes my decision easy, I left the factory one on my note 10 plus and the fingerprint scanner worked on the first try maybe 70% of the time.
finally took it off as it wore and boom worked on the first try almost always..huge difference.
so i hadn't decided when my 20 ultra came (caved and ordered the 512gb even though black sucks) if Id leave it or ditch it immediately.
I see yes and I see no. Friend of mine called Verizon they said no due to the new Gorilla Glass
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I got my phone today and yes it has one. Mine does not however because I took it off. It really does affect the finger print reader.
kangi26 said:
Which ones did you order?
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Ringke Dual Easy
Yes there is screen protector out of the box for Singapore set. But sadly no case
Keive said:
It does, but it's extremely thin & I doubt it will be very effective long-term.
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I find the pre-installed Screen Protectors decent for what they are. I had one on my Wife's S9, S10 and S20 and my Note 9 and Note 10. They seem to last about a year before they start to get bubbles. But short of that no complaints.
Looking the reviews over and it seems the rabid gerbils at Samsung seem to think this phone should sit screen down.
If you put it back down, there's it is pivoting on the cam hump like some misbalanced freak of nature.
Case and screen protector or it will get all beat to hell...
Doubtful I'll upgrade from the Note 10+ in spite of the 20's really cool specs and features.
I expect better, worse all the added off balanced bulk and NO 3.5mm jack. Samsung doesn't listen...
Got mine today and just has the protective film with holes cut out of it for camera and fingerprint sensor. I'm tempted to run it without one lol
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Got mine today and just has the protective film with holes cut out of it for camera and fingerprint sensor. I'm tempted to run it without one lol
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Cool.... it looks like great fun
The fact the factory screen protector has a cut out for the fingerprint sensor though is troublesome.
Sand is the biggest screen scratch culprit.
I'd use a wet apply urethane protect like IQ Shield once the factory one wears out which could be many months from now.
Definitely would get a good case that has slightly raised on the ends to protect the screen on flat surfaces.
I use the Bolt on my 10+ and it works very well. However the factory screen protect saved it from a nasty faceplant the 2nd day I had the phone.
Many who run phones like these naked end up replacing cracked screens as there's very little bevel to protect them from corner impacts... my 10+'s favorite landing spot are its case corners or to faceplant.
No reviews yet, the Bolt for the 10+ is excellent. Not sure about the one for the 20 ultra:
https://www.zizowireless.com/produc...axy-note-20-ultra-case?variant=32315584282672
This wet apply soft screen protector works very well although it requires some time to properly install. Edges stay down and if a edge lifts can be sealed back down with touch and a tad of moisture. Have 3 months on my 10 and it still looks great with no scratches.
Compatible with the Bolt.
https://www.iqshield.com/iq38298-samsung-galaxy-note-20-ultra-phone-screen-protector.html
Installed my Ringke Easy Dual screen protector today, since the US models don't come with one pre-installed.
Love this Ringke screen protector. It's invisible and has no effect on the fingerprint reader at all. Highly recommend it.
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that makes my decision easy, I left the factory one on my note 10 plus and the fingerprint scanner worked on the first try maybe 70% of the time.
finally took it off as it wore and boom worked on the first try almost always..huge difference.
so i hadn't decided when my 20 ultra came (caved and ordered the 512gb even though black sucks) if Id leave it or ditch it immediately.
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Got mine yesterday. And it indeed has a cut off at the camera, so it must be there.
Also my fingerprint scanner seems to be like your 70%. (Identical with my note 10, haha we are the same early adapters.)
So I will pull it off.
Huib
p.s. just pulled it off. It is very thin. I never had scratches on my Note 10, so no worries.
And my fingerprint works 100% now!
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I got my phone today and yes it has one. Mine does not however because I took it off. It really does affect the finger print reader.
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Fully agree. Did the same. There is a difference in fingerprints quality however. The older a person gets the worse they get. I tested it with my children.
So if you ar young and beautiful maybe you can leave the screen protector.
Huib
Isn't the one installed just a shipping protective film?
Phones used to be packed in a plastic or fabric type cover before putting in the box. These days they aren't and I think the film is just to protect the screen during transit. I believe that because it's just too flimsy to be a proper screen protector.
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I had left the film over the screen on as it was unnoticeable but removed it after reading this thread.
The finger print sensor is MUCH better now! ?
Anyone have issues with the factory screen protector on the inner screen? I'm noticing it's starting to unglue at the edge where the screen folds. Is that normal? Is that covered by Samsung's care plan?
I have the same issue on my device
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Anyone have issues with the factory screen protector on the inner screen? I'm noticing it's starting to unglue at the edge where the screen folds. Is that normal? Is that covered by Samsung's care plan?
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Mine is at the bottom, can push it back down and it will stay for awhile.
Guys can you all post pics? Mine is still on perfectly but would like to see exactly where its happening.
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Guys can you all post pics? Mine is still on perfectly but would like to see exactly where its happening.
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I guess you will have it in the next months or so. Unfortunately I can't send any pictures due to travelling without my other phone.
Got the same as well. But for what I'm told, you can send it in or drop it off in a service point from Samsung. There is a youtuber who filmed the whole thing @ samsung service point.
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Guys can you all post pics? Mine is still on perfectly but would like to see exactly where its happening.
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I guess you will have it in the next months or so. Unfortunately I can't send any pictures due to travelling without my other phone.
Got the same as well. But for what I'm told, you can send it in or drop it off in a service point from Samsung. There is a youtuber who filmed the whole thing @ samsung service point.
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I guess you will have it in the next months or so. Unfortunately I can't send any pictures due to travelling without my other phone.
Got the same as well. But for what I'm told, you can send it in or drop it off in a service point from Samsung. There is a youtuber who filmed the whole thing @ samsung service point.
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I guess you will have it in the next months or so. Unfortunately I can't send any pictures due to travelling without my other phone.
Got the same as well. But for what I'm told, you can send it in or drop it off in a service point from Samsung. There is a youtuber who filmed the whole thing @ samsung service point.
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Same happened with mine, I contacted Samsung and they advised me to go to the repair centre in my city and advised me I will be charged for this.
In the end I said f this and just peeled it off, now I understand why everyone was so keen on doing it in the first place and I have been free of it for about 3 weeks now.
Plenty of good 3rd party screen protectors that go on great and feel much better. I swapped mine out a couple of times now. Am currently trying a matte protector.
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Same happened with mine, I contacted Samsung and they advised me to go to the repair centre in my city and advised me I will be charged for this.
In the end I said f this and just peeled it off, now I understand why everyone was so keen on doing it in the first place and I have been free of it for about 3 weeks now.
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It really doesn't bother me at this point, but if it gets worst ill most likely yank it off. I'm not good at all at installing screen protectors...
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Plenty of good 3rd party screen protectors that go on great and feel much better. I swapped mine out a couple of times now. Am currently trying a matte protector.
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What do you think about the matte screen protector? How much does it affect the image quality?
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What do you think about the matte screen protector? How much does it affect the image quality?
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To be honest it is a real compromise between fingerprints and reflections vs screen quality. The matte is definitely more grainy and doesn't seem quite as bright. Its not terrible in my opinion but it may bug the heck out of you.
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To be honest it is a real compromise between fingerprints and reflections vs screen quality. The matte is definitely more grainy and doesn't seem quite as bright. Its not terrible in my opinion but it may bug the heck out of you.
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I had the matte for the front display but couldn't stand the grainy screen. The quality drop was significant especially on white or lite colours. But when the screen was off there were no smudges and my fingers glided smoothly over the display. Now back to clear anyways.
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To be honest it is a real compromise between fingerprints and reflections vs screen quality. The matte is definitely more grainy and doesn't seem quite as bright. Its not terrible in my opinion but it may bug the heck out of you.
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I bought a second hand Z Fold 2. It should be here Monday. The previous owner put a matte protector on it. I went ahead and ordered a clear one, because I don't think I'll like the matte. Screen quality is really important to me. I just kinda hoped your answer would be. "It's great! Can't even tell it's there!"
But alas, looks like I'll be swapping screen protectors.
Thank you for your response too.
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I bought a second hand Z Fold 2. It should be here Monday. The previous owner put a matte protector on it. I went ahead and ordered a clear one, because I don't think I'll like the matte. Screen quality is really important to me. I just kinda hoped your answer would be. "It's great! Can't even tell it's there!"
But alas, looks like I'll be swapping screen protectors.
Thank you for your response too.
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Yes. It will drive you crazy. I tried watching a video this morning and it was very noticeable. Must be the material used though. I have a matte protector on my Ipad pro and it doesn't effect the screen quality any where near as much.
Yup. HATED the matte SP. I loved the feel and the lack of fingerprints, and hoped I could get used to it. Until I watched a movie. It looked like watching a worn out redubbed version of a movie on VHS.
Ripped that screen protector right off and replaced it with a Gobukee clear screen protector. MUCH better!!
Can anyone provide a link for the interior screen protect? I need to buy one because it's constantly ungluing in the middle?
Thank you.
facing same issue after three months.
I've bought Orzero 2 pack, installation is bit of painful but after that is very nice.
Amazon.com: (2 Sets) Orzero 2 Pack Soft Front Screen Protector and 2 Pack Inside Screen Protector Compatible for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, High Definition Anti-Scratch Bubble-Free (Lifetime Replacement)
Amazon.com: (2 Sets) Orzero 2 Pack Soft Front Screen Protector and 2 Pack Inside Screen Protector Compatible for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, High Definition Anti-Scratch Bubble-Free (Lifetime Replacement)
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I've bought Orzero 2 pack, installation is bit of painful but after that is very nice.
Amazon.com: (2 Sets) Orzero 2 Pack Soft Front Screen Protector and 2 Pack Inside Screen Protector Compatible for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, High Definition Anti-Scratch Bubble-Free (Lifetime Replacement)
Amazon.com: (2 Sets) Orzero 2 Pack Soft Front Screen Protector and 2 Pack Inside Screen Protector Compatible for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, High Definition Anti-Scratch Bubble-Free (Lifetime Replacement)
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I just installed the Ozero about five days ago. I noticed yesterday that it was starting to peel up on the edges right at the crease. Planned to change it out this weekend. Then today I opened the phone and the Orzero completely let go at the crease. From top to bottom it came loose from the screen. I'll try to post a pic tonight of it when I'm home and have access to my other phone.
I'll try the other Ozero screen protector I have and hope this was a fluke, since I love how smooth these feel, but if the next one lets go like this one, I'll go back to Gobukee. I never had an issue with them.