Anyone heard this? That the touch screen on the HTC Touch Pro 2 is made with Corning's Gorilla Glass? If it is, screen protectors would not be needed for this phone. Can anyone confirm this?
I'd imagine there would be a press release of some kind by either company if this were true.
hmmmm....I had mine for about 2 days before I noticed the case I was using took out a small chip in the glass. So now I'm scrambling for screen protectors.
i have like 2 small scratches on mine. :/
where did you hear this? sources?
its not glass, its just like the touch pro
the Hero is glass
Mayonesa said:
its not glass, its just like the touch pro
the Hero is glass
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Exactly! A resistive-type touch screen like the TP2 won't work with glass because the screen has to flex so that layers can touch.
Capacitive touch screens can be glass.
MCbrian said:
Exactly! A resistive-type touch screen like the TP2 won't work with glass because the screen has to flex so that layers can touch.
Capacitive touch screens can be glass.
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Any idea about first Diamond? Its screen seem to be glass? I'd love this device more if screen were like that.
I'm pretty careful with my Pocket PC's, always carry them in a belt clip case. My old Touch Pro has barely any scratches after a year of use. So with normal use, a screen protector is not necessary. I'll likely take off the stock screen protector off of my Touch Pro 2, as I didn't get it centered 100% perfectly, it's off by a fraction of a millimeter (which is enough to have raised bubbles on the edge).
The Rhodium's screen doesn't look/feel like glass, but my iPaq 211 had a glass screen. HP said that 20 or so times in the manual, but it was the least sensitive resistive screen I've ever used.
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I ordered screen protectors, however I heard they're not necessary when one has gorilla glass.
It really depends how hard you are on things. Gorilla glass is not indestructable. But then screen protectors were born of a day and age where screens were plastic. Your BB or other candy bar phone had a clear plastic housing the covered the LCD - dropping your phone could ruin your view. And PDAs used styli on resistive touchscreens (plastic) one burr on your stylus and your screen was ruined.
I have never used a screen protector on any glass screen and never had a problem.
Gorilla glass is really tough and i don't believe in screen protectors - but i can't guarantee that you can't scratch it if you routinely keep your phone in a bag of nails while running in the Dakar Rally.
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It really depends how hard you are on things. Gorilla glass is not indestructable. But then screen protectors were born of a day and age where screens were plastic. Your BB or other candy bar phone had a clear plastic housing the covered the LCD - dropping your phone could ruin your view. And PDAs used styli on resistive touchscreens (plastic) one burr on your stylus and your screen was ruined.
I have never used a screen protector on any glass screen and never had a problem.
Gorilla glass is really tough and i don't believe in screen protectors - but i can't guarantee that you can't scratch it if you routinely keep your phone in a bag of nails while running in the Dakar Rally.
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That was hilarious, I'll try not to keep in a bag of nails hahahaha! thanks for your insight.
gorrila glass is made to be stronger than normal glass but is by no means scratch proof, you may not get deep gashes but you can still get hairline scratches which for me are just as annoying.
Yeah im going to have to disagree
Im a mechanic and I used to have a nexus one with a thick screen protector on it. During a one year period I have dropped it kept nuts and bolts in my pocket keys etc. When it came time to sell my phone all I did was peel off the protector and the screen was mint.
On a second note I now have a dell streak and when I dropped it from waist heightand the screen shattered. Not to say a screen protector would have saved it, But It does add some extra protection, especially the thicker protectors. So ... Why not put one on.
Just really depends on you honestly. I've been using an iPhone4 since it came out last year, and never had a screen protector on the front or back. The device is still flawless, I just don't put it with my keys and I try not to lay it on surfaces that are really abrasive. I'd just toss a case on the back and leave the screen naked, it tends to feel and look so much better, especially with high-res screens.
Is it confirmed that the Atrix has Gorilla Glass?
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Is it confirmed that the Atrix has Gorilla Glass?
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Yes. It does.
Yep... says it on Motorola's website for the Atrix that it uses gorilla glass. And as with the previous poster, i too have had an iPhone 4 since it was launched, and have never had a screen protector on the front. And like him, i don't put my phone in my pocket with anything else. I have my right pocket for money/change/keys/etc... and my left pocket for my phone.
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Yep... says it on Motorola's website for the Atrix that it uses gorilla glass. And as with the previous poster, i too have had an iPhone 4 since it was launched, and have never had a screen protector on the front. And like him, i don't put my phone in my pocket with anything else. I have my right pocket for money/change/keys/etc... and my left pocket for my phone.
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+1 Same here, but with an aging Iphone 3gs, no protector, got no scratches. But it does suck having all that crap in the right pocket.
I have a nexus one. My job puts my phone through hell simply put. To the point where I have destroyed the cover and screen protector. Now I have chips out of my phone's shell but the screen remains in perfect condition(w/o a screen protector for 6 months of solid abuse.)
So, unless you plan on keeping sharp enough objects to damage this screen in you pocket, if you did those would be some holey pockets and legs, I would just keep the money.
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I use them only because i get severely pissed off when my screen is smudged to hell from my fingers. The AT&T sold screen protectors, while generally being absolute crap that don't last more than 2 weeks, do an awesome job of hiding fingerprints. The ghost armor i had on my Aria was also good in this regard. I might go that route simply to alleviate fingerprints.
If you opt for the higher-end protectors (Zagg InvisibleShield, Skinomi Techskin, etc) and know how to properly apply them, it improves the look and feel. I use them primarily because they reduce glare and they're smudge resistant, but having the extra protection is a bonus, but I don't put my phone in the same pocket as my keys.
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I use them only because i get severely pissed off when my screen is smudged to hell from my fingers. The AT&T sold screen protectors, while generally being absolute crap that don't last more than 2 weeks, do an awesome job of hiding fingerprints. The ghost armor i had on my Aria was also good in this regard. I might go that route simply to alleviate fingerprints.
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If you opt for the higher-end protectors (Zagg InvisibleShield, Skinomi Techskin, etc) and know how to properly apply them, it improves the look and feel. I use them primarily because they reduce glare and they're smudge resistant, but having the extra protection is a bonus, but I don't put my phone in the same pocket as my keys.
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thats really the only reason i use the screen protectors. I prefer them because they reduce the smudging and fingerprints on the screen.
Naugh; I have had my captivate for about 6 months now and no screen protector, no case for that matter either.
The phone has scuffs and dents galore, but the screen is flawless and it goes everywhere with me.
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I always put a screen protector on my phones because no matter how scratch resistant they say the glass is, it always scratches. You can always get the regular screen protector and not the anti-glare so that you can maintain the same feel similar to the natural screen.
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its like using birth control pills and condoms. It cant hurt.
I mainly used screen protectors for the finger prints and grease on screen issue. Just as others mentioned earlier though, guerrilla glass is far from indestructible, dropped my nexus one on concrete (maybe a foot drop) and it put a really bad scratch in my screen.
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its like using birth control pills and condoms. It cant hurt.
I mainly used screen protectors for the finger prints and grease on screen issue. Just as others mentioned earlier though, guerrilla glass is far from indestructible, dropped my nexus one on concrete (maybe a foot drop) and it put a really bad scratch in my screen.
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Well to start with the Atrix uses a newer concoction of Gorilla Glass. Corning was saying they developed a new Gorilla Glass around December of last year, IIRC. I know the Atrix was one of the models it was being implemented in.
Aside from that...I've already put on a protector. I like to put anti-glare/anti-fingerprint protectors on all my touchscreen devices. It decreases the screen clarity slightly, but it helps to eliminate fingerprints and, more importantly, reduces drag from your finger. Especially if you have any sweat or moisture on your fingers it can really help to reduce the drag. Feels smoother.
The Following current phones and tablets below all have gorilla glass. I have already seen the Samsung Galaxy Tab glass screen with major scratches after a customer dropped it onto the pavement landing face down. Did not crack or break... but the scratches were bad. Same thing can happen to the Atrix so I would definitely consider getting a screen protector. Most of them cheap or not are usually effective.
Dell: Aero, Streak, Venue Pro
LG: LG Mini, Arena TV, Ophone, Ally, Optimus 7
Samsung: Behold II, Captivate, Continuum, Epic 4G, Fascinate, Flight II, Galaxy A,
Galaxy S, Mesmerize, S8500 WAVE, Trance, Transform, Ultra TOUCH S8300, Vibrant
Samsung: Galaxy Tab
Motorola: Atrix 4G
alphadog00 said:
It really depends how hard you are on things. Gorilla glass is not indestructable. But then screen protectors were born of a day and age where screens were plastic. Your BB or other candy bar phone had a clear plastic housing the covered the LCD - dropping your phone could ruin your view. And PDAs used styli on resistive touchscreens (plastic) one burr on your stylus and your screen was ruined.
I have never used a screen protector on any glass screen and never had a problem.
Gorilla glass is really tough and i don't believe in screen protectors - but i can't guarantee that you can't scratch it if you routinely keep your phone in a bag of nails while running in the Dakar Rally.
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That was a good one.... some creativity to get your phone scratched.....lolz.........
My case has a built in PET screen protector but there are times when my case is to bulky. Like it can be hard to slide in and out of my pocket at school and stuff. So I will take it out of the case for school. Sometimes my fingers will catch on the unprotected screen. I am wondering if I can put a full body invisibleSHIELD on it and have it still work inside the case. Will it make my case not fit and will the double screen protector make my screen not be touchable through the dual layers?
Oh and I have a Trident case, the Kraken Series.
yes it works
To be perfectly honest with you screen protectors are not needed on DROID phones. They have special glass (tempered or something like that).
For example, last week I dropped my phone on my driveway (pavement) while it was raining mind you, it landed screen first and slid a good 6 inches. There are some scratches on the metal frame surrounding the screen, but the screen itself doesn't have a single scratch on it!
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To be perfectly honest with you screen protectors are not needed on DROID phones. They have special glass (tempered or something like that).
For example, last week I dropped my phone on my driveway (pavement) while it was raining mind you, it landed screen first and slid a good 6 inches. There are some scratches on the metal frame surrounding the screen, but the screen itself doesn't have a single scratch on it!
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Gorilla Glass is the word you are looking for.
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cheesebeard said:
To be perfectly honest with you screen protectors are not needed on DROID phones.
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I use ghost armor on my screen, and yes it's not really needed, but the product is good enough that it's oil resistant and super easy to just wipe clean. Your fingers just glide across it much easier than with nothing.
Check out http://www.bestskinsever.com/. Half the price of Invisible Shield and just as good. I've used BSE skins on every device I've owned over the past few years and I've been 100% satisfied. The skins don't come in a fancy box with a fancy little spray bottle of soapy water. They just come in a normal envelope and you have to make you own solution.
Gorilla glass is amazing stuff but it's not invincible. I have no idea how it happened, but I now have a nice, deep scratch on my screen. Now I wish I had been using a screen protector.
I had a left over screen protector from invisishield when I bought a pack of three universal screen protectors and I made my own solution but those full body BSE protectors look pretty good.
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I've just bought a used (UK) S2 on eBay, and am wondering whether I should bother with a screen protector for it. From other posts it seems that there are mixed opinions on the effectiveness of Gorilla glass for preventing scratches (particularly from sand), so I wondered how many people bother with a screen protector?
As per previous replies to the question .
Always as Gorilla Glass can get scratched and proof is in the scratched protector but not the screen .
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Gorilla Glass...has got that real nice feel to it...hence no protectors...after 2 months of usages no scratches...just got a coloured frontal screen protector on today though...solely for the visual aspects...rather than protections but nice never the less.
I use protectors as sand will scratch G glass. I will give G glass credit though... It is a hell of a lot more scratch resistant than standard screen coatings.
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I don't. I also don't like how the glass feels. But that's because I love my iPod's screen, just how it feels.
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I don't. I also don't like how the glass feels. But that's because I love my iPod's screen, just how it feels.
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a layer of film never hurts. at least something gets in the way before it scratches the actual glass screen.
Definately add a screen protector!
I use PhantomSkinz
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Lots of people have complained that after using a screen protector the phone is no longer responding to touches very well (this can be fixed with a root app though).
There is no real need at all for the screen to have a protector, it is the toughest glass around and there are plenty of videos on youtube of people taking hunting knifes and other sharp objects to their screen with no visible marks being left. Sure it will shatter if it lands on a sharp point but it is not the sort of glass that scratches easily like other phones, removing the need for a screen protector.
Plus the glass is fairly smudge resistant and very smooth to touch.
I fail to see a need.
3 months w/o a screen protector and there isn't a single scratch on my device.
I had a Nexus One with no case for 17 months, which I predominantly kept in my trouser pocket. Not one single scratch on the glass but had various nicks and dents in the metal frame. Have had my gs2 for about 3 months and already have four big scratches on the screen. So my advice, but a protector.
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3 months w/o a screen protector and there isn't a single scratch on my device.
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2 months here, zero scratches.
Start using it without any protector. Trust and experience the good feel of the Gorilla Glass. And by any chance if you see any slightest roughness (rare though) appearing... apply a protector.
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...And by any chance if you see any slightest roughness (rare though) appearing... apply a protector.
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if that happens, u are too late already.
that's why u should at least use a protector, to at least prevent that
3 months no protection but im still paronoid i think i need on so whats the best one on the market
I have the SGP Glas just for those crazy moments when something goes wrong. Already busted a Ultra Crystal screen protector with a bad scratch.
Always use protection. Even if it turns out to be a waste, it's better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it.
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3 months no protection but im still paronoid
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You've had a white S2 for 3 months?
I use a screen protector and my screen is responsive and have no probs at all. good idea to use i think
I like the gorilla glass but it does seem to be a fingerprint magnet... At least with a screen protector it doesn't pick up those damn fingerprints...
My opinion is that anything that can put a scratch on gorilla glass will have no trouble cutting through a VERY thin layer of film you have applied on top of the gorilla glass making it's 'protection' void.
However, I'm still too paranoid not to use a protector.... :S
I suggest to use one.. I have no problem with touch sensitivity problem.. Better safe than sorry..
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I just got my Mate 20 Pro. When I opened the sealed box, there was no protective film on the screen. But I noticed that even after using it for the past 2 hours, there are no fingerprints or smudges on the screen. It looks pristine. So what's the deal here? There's a special oleophobic coating on the screen? Doesn't it require a screen protector? Or is there a screen protector already fixed (I couldn't identify any protector edge).. Confused
My phones (the original and replacement for green screen ?) both didn't have a film in the screen, just the back and both were in sealed boxes
So do we need a screen protector for this mob or not?
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So do we need a screen protector for this mob or not?
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All unboxing's that i've seen/read don't have a screen protector so that's normal.
Huawei say is scratch resistant glass but a few people have reported minor scratches very quickly.
Screen protector is a must I think but finding one that's compatible with the onscreen fingerprint reader AND a good sticky fit is proving difficult... keep an eye on the Screen Protector thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-20-pro/accessories/screen-protectors-t3856858
As the Samsung screen protectors are just plastic ones, I need a real protector and back cover!
Check Amazon. There is a lot to choose from. If you stick to a known brand you should be OK. I had my case and glass screen protector before I received my phone. I got a clear plastic case so I can see the color of my green phone. I have been using similar cases for years without any issues. This is the first time in a long time I got to use a tempered glass screen protector. My last few phones had curved screens and the glass really didn't fit properly.
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As the Samsung screen protectors are just plastic ones, I need a real protector and back cover!
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I'd recommend you a film screen guard from Gadgetshieldz which is not plastic, it is made from nano polymer as I saw on their website. This protector can self-heal so you can get this instead of the plastic ones.
I got the amfilm 2 pack OneTouch tempered glass screen protector. Turned on increased sensitivity, re-registered my fingerprints and it seems fine.
When applying it, press from the bottom where the fp sensor is, it might help.
I went with amFilm HD Clear Hybrid Screen Protector. Its a 2 pack and also comes with 2 camera protectors as well. I didnt use them, but the screen protector looks flawless.
I read too many issues with glass protectors, so while I ordered one, it will stay put away for now.
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I'd recommend you a film screen protector from Gadgetshieldz which is not plastic, it is made from nano polymer as I saw on their website. This protector can self-heal so you can get this instead of the plastic ones.
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I'll check out this screen protector, it self-heals scratches that is great, and is it actually works fine?
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I got the amfilm 2 pack OneTouch tempered glass screen protector. Turned on increased sensitivity, re-registered my fingerprints and it seems fine.
When applying it, press from the bottom where the fp sensor is, it might help.
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I'll check it out, tempered glass should be good not the one that breaks soon. Is the glass doesn't break for a long time?
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I went with amFilm HD Clear Hybrid Screen Protector. Its a 2 pack and also comes with 2 camera protectors as well. I didnt use them, but the screen protector looks flawless.
I read too many issues with glass protectors, so while I ordered one, it will stay put away for now.
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Yes, I too saw issues with tempered glass and I hate when it breaks soon! I'll check out the film protector!
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I'll check out this screen protector, it self-heals scratches that is great, and is it actually works fine?
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Yeah the self heal works awesome and I saw the scratches disappear within a few minutes...
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Yeah the self heal works awesome and I saw the scratches disappear within a few minutes...
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Thanks for the info, I've ordered one for my S22 Plus and I think it'll get delivered after I get the phone!
I'm going to try the Samsung screen protector (it's cheap and on offer!).
My S20 came with a screen protector already installed, and I discovered, by an accidental drop onto a brick corner, that it does a decent self-healing job. The brick gouged right in the middle of the screen, making a rough raised welt. I thought I'd have to replace it, but after a day it had flattened out, closed up, and become much less noticeable. It's still visible, but it's smooth and looks more like a small chip than a deep gouge.
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I'm going to try the Samsung screen protector (it's cheap and on offer!).
My S20 came with a screen protector already installed, and I discovered, by an accidental drop onto a brick corner, that it does a decent self-healing job. The brick gouged right in the middle of the screen, making a rough raised welt. I thought I'd have to replace it, but after a day it had flattened out, closed up, and become much less noticeable. It's still visible, but it's smooth and looks more like a small chip than a deep gouge.
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But the Samsung screen protectors are plastic and it scratches a lot and blurs the display in less than 6 months!!!
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But the Samsung screen protectors are plastic and it scratches a lot and blurs the display in less than 6 months!!!
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The one on my S20 has lasted pretty well for 2 years, so that's not a problem for my usage. I don't want a glass one that can shatter or crack when damaged.
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The one on my S20 has lasted pretty well for 2 years, so that's not a problem for my usage. I don't want a glass one that can shatter or crack when damaged.
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Yes, the glass protector shatters and it is frustrating! and my usage is high so I'll get so many scratches. As clairlara said in the discussion I ordered this Gadgetshieldz film screen protector and it can really self-heal the scratches that occur on it as she said and I like this instead of a plastic protector! check it out,
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