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Well, scratch resistant, anyway.
Point is, it's definitely not plastic, like some people are choosing to believe.
Just did the test myself. Here's the video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnHbxORRXUs
If there's a trick to embedding YouTube videos on this forum, I missed it, and as such, you're just going to have to click the link, sadly.
CRAZY
thats pretty crazy
I cringed when I saw him taking that pocket knife to the poor unsuspecting phone.. Glad to know it's scratch proof though.
Ya that was pretty informative. Thanks Zilliano
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Ya that was pretty informative. Thanks Zilliano
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No problem. I got tired of all the bullcrap flying around about it being 'hybrid plastic' or just plastic, so I decided to settle the score.
Though sadly I did drop it the other day and it nicked a metal part of my car on the long, long fall... and there's a itty bitty little nick in the screen now. I don't even notice it most of the time, and I sure as heck can't feel it, though. It's about half the size of a grain of a sand and about is deep. I can only see it in direct sunlight, thankfully. XD
I believe the proper name for this kind of screens is "scratch-resistant", not "proof". Nexus One has a similar screen, but it does get scratches eventually w/o a screen protector.
The Eris isn't really scratch resistant, or scratch proof..
I have plenty of scratches on my screen.. albeit a little hard to notice..but they're there.
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I believe the proper name for this kind of screens is "scratch-resistant", not "proof". Nexus One has a similar screen, but it does get scratches eventually w/o a screen protector.
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I think you missed everything but the title of the thread. XD
I said 'Well, scratch-resistant, anyway."
So nyeh.
My point was proving it wasn't plastic like some were convinced it was.
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The Eris isn't really scratch resistant, or scratch proof..
I have plenty of scratches on my screen.. albeit a little hard to notice..but they're there.
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I think it's scratch resistant when coins nor keys can scratch it, and a ton of pressure is needed for glass to scratch it.
I think ANY glass screen is scratch resistant. Especially coming from a plastic screen.
Dude, you are nuts! I'm glad you did it though. I have never liked screen protectors, but was always worried about scratches. By the way, you should put some kind of warning before the video plays, "not suitable for people with weak stomachs" or something like that.
That was a little nerve racking but thank you...
I wasn't very convinced with the youtube post, so i brought it upon myself to try it on a floor model at a bby. Not a scratch! (or cut)
/watch?v=JYZWyGxg6Uw
Hero screen and Eris screen are the same.
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I wasn't very convinced with the youtube post, so i brought it upon myself to try it on a floor model at a bby. Not a scratch! (or cut)
/watch?v=JYZWyGxg6Uw
Hero screen and Eris screen are the same.
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A copycat AND a non-believer? IT'S THE STAKE FOR YOU!
I keep my eris in my toolbelt all day. It has about 7 scratches in it. got it the day it came out. definitely not scratch proof. absolutely scratch resistant. not to mention the screen protectors i got initially were useless. I could not seperate the protector from its backing and ended up bending every one I had.
I have that same case. I've have my Eris since day one. I have No scratches whatsoever. I've dropped my phone a few times, and carry it around in my pocket. Definitely a great phone.
I like how reading this thread there are adds for screen protectors at the top
Anyway, it's good to know that a knife and keys won't scratch the screen, now I won't worry as much about dumb stuff scuffing/scratching it up.
After watching the video I thought I would take off all the protective stuff I had on my Eris. Two days later I had it in my front shirt pocket with a pen and it turns out that the metal clip on the pen put a little scratch on the screen. You can only see it if the screen is off and you look at it at the right angle but whenever my fingernail hits it, I get angry with myself for taking the screen protector off.
i never had a screen protector on my phone, but i bought mine from a guy on craigslist who sent his old eris in for a "new" refurbished one before selling it. and the sucker looked brand new. i run with my phone in my pocket and it fell out one day on an asphalt track at the park. put a tiny ~2mm scratch on it and a little dot from sliding/skidding about 3 feet face down... not to shabby... i barely notice it...
I have a similar case and drop my phone a lot.... no issues. Had a screen protector on my origional Eris, but after having to relplace the phone, I never put a screen protector back on. Good to see its not so easy to scratch it.
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I think I should change the thread around. If your X10 has absolute no screen protector on (meaning that you removed the stock one), do you have any scratches on your phone?
The reason is theres all these scratch tests on youtube which proves glass screens to be pretty scratch resistive.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9PpMBLEX_A
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eh2g7AIHdc8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-oBMrB3Ryw
So according to these tests, I don't see how I would scratch my screen other than dropping it. But if I really dropped it, I doubt a screen protector would do any good.
I took mine off a month ago and simply never got around to replacing it, not even a mark on it since, I prefer it off.
My experience with silicon covers and others is that they end up damaging the more than they protect it, dust gets caught under them and acts like sandpaper.
I am a bit of a phone junkie who rarely keeps a phone for more than a year,
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I have two on, and after a few incidents I'm so glad I do. Some one said this before, "the screen is scratch resistant, not scratch proof", so remove it at your own peril.
None?
You will regret this decision one day.
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its like condoms eheheh same have two some have one and some like the risk
Using a plastic film over the glass panel is like putting a hideous gown on a Ferrari. I used my Galaxy S without any protection for a month, and it was fine. Just don't let harsh objects or sand rub agqinst the screen.
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I had a silicon body protector and a cheap screen protector on my X10, then I finally bought an InvisibleShield (full body) and love it.
In my case though, the silicon protector I had was constantly pressing the camera button, which would disable my face buttons, making me think my phone was suffering a bunch of random glitches. Put up with that for a couple of weeks before I discovered others online having the same issue due to their own covers.
I work outdoors and tend to be pretty hard on my phones, so I don't think I'd ever be brave enough to let my X10 run around "nude".
Hands down hell yes!! I take very good care with all my phones and I think screen protectors are a must especially for smartphones. I don't think I can stand having my phone scratched even just a tiny bit lol. I'm not a big fan of cases though cuz...I think people should just avoid dropping them in the first place, but there's always a worse comes to worse scenario huh? anyway, I was playing with my friends iPhone today and it had an anti-glare matte screen protector that is absolutely amazing. It has a nice texture to it too that makes your swiping and scrolling a more... pleasurable experience. I believe there's one for the X10 as well, I'm gonna go check that out =)
I too, use double protectors. And, the lint free fiber cloth to clean the screen. I am a clean freak, per say.
Its a must for me, sometimes I forget and put it in the same pocket with my keys, just imagine the scratches out could get.
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If they used a hard glass you should only get hairline scratches at worst, which for some is ok to live with. Though you will definitely still get scratches on it, unless they used sapphire crystal like on expensive watches which is practically only scratchable by diamond
Well, I took off the pre-applied protector (not the obvious one showing you how to unlock your phone) about 3months ago and I haven't had any problems with scratches. I even proved a point to my brother by trying to scratch the screen with a coin. Still no scratches. Obviously, if you manage to damage your screen with a coin, it is not my fault!
Don't go without a screen protector. My screen is mashed now.
I'm just saying...
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Well, I took off the pre-applied protector (not the obvious one showing you how to unlock your phone) about 3months ago and I haven't had any problems with scratches. I even proved a point to my brother by trying to scratch the screen with a coin. Still no scratches. Obviously, if you manage to damage your screen with a coin, it is not my fault!
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I highly doubt that taking a coin to the X10 glass wouldn't do any damage.
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I highly doubt that taking a coin to the X10 glass wouldn't do any damage.
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Might have been a chocolate coin.
i guess the protectors will help with the finger print magnet issue?
I accidently removed the pre-installed screen protector after trying to add another cheap screen protector over the top. but sharpishly replaced it the following day with a Martin fields screen protector best £10 i spent and actually feels nicer than the screen itself to scroll with and leaves less marks. i couldn't go without one risking scratching the screen. thats some expensive kit to just scratch and ruin.
what do guys do when you buy something like a car? Do you all have plastic on your new couch, do you put screen protectors on your watches etc,etc
My bold and dream are nude and have no serious scratches?
It is only a 65000 color so i guess the more screen shields the less chance you will notice all that cr*ppy banding.
I straps pillow on my car. It wasnt long that i remove it cos ppl tells me its seven years old.
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I have removed the preinstalled screen protector and a have a couple very small hairline scratches from random pocket contact(possibly keys). The X10 screen is by no means scratch proof or very resistant however i noticed a great improvement in the touch sensitivaty without the screen protector.
Trying to decide if I should take my Realook off. Great protection but damn this thing get's so greasy. Really tired of constantly having to clean it.
In 5 months of owning this phone I've never dropped it even once. I also never put anything into my "phone pocket". I'm careful enough, but I don't want to get any mysterious fine scratches. Anyway, anyone rocking their phone without a SP? Any scratches at all?
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Trying to decide if I should take my Realook off. Great protection but damn this thing get's so greasy. Really tired of constantly having to clean it.
In 5 months of owning this phone I've never dropped it even once. I also never put anything into my "phone pocket". I'm careful enough, but I don't want to get any mysterious fine scratches. Anyway, anyone rocking their phone without a SP? Any scratches at all?
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I had one but I took it off immediately because the dude in the T-Mobile store had something get under it while he was puting it on, and you can only assume how annoying that is to look at.
But I really should be using one.
Bieng able to put the phone almost anywhere without worrying about scratching the screen is... just too nice, IMO.
I've had my Vibrant since the week before the official release. Never had a screen protector, though I carry the phone around in a belt pouch and not in my pockets. Phone and screen is still scratch free...YMMV
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Trying to decide if I should take my Realook off. Great protection but damn this thing get's so greasy. Really tired of constantly having to clean it.
In 5 months of owning this phone I've never dropped it even once. I also never put anything into my "phone pocket". I'm careful enough, but I don't want to get any mysterious fine scratches. Anyway, anyone rocking their phone without a SP? Any scratches at all?
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I kept the stock protection and just snipped the tab off the top. Then put on a casemate case. Seems to be the perfect combo for me.
You realize that now you are going to drop your phone.. sorry but its like a motorcycle. Its not if you wreck, but when and how bad will it be.
I've dropped my vibrant more than once and my son thinks this phone can bounce. They are solid enough to take a pretty decent level of abuse.
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Never a protector from day one (release day). I keep it in my pocket but use the old G1 pouch. But also dropped it in my car between the seat, in the sofa at the house etc and no scratches at all. The rear cover has quite a bit of hair line scratches but the glass is clear.
Sent from my SGS Vibrant.
Took mine off after a week. Carry it in my pocket with keys sometimes but I am extra careful.
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Had the phone since launch and had a screen protector for about a month. Took it off and haven't had a screen scratch yet. Stays in my pocket typically by itself but the requisite drops behind couch, between car seat, etc have happened. The gorilla glass does an awesome job of keeping it from scratching due to normal wear and tear.
It does have gorilla glass right? Remember reading that somewhere...
Regardless, naked Vibe here, no scratches.
5 months now no screen protector. It has one very tiny (very very shallow) scratch near the bottom, from when I left my keys and the phone in the same pocket all day.
Screen protectors are nice, but I am extremely impressed as to how the display has held up so far. I'd say you dont need the protector, but keep keys or any sharp objects out of the same pocket as your phone.
Hadn't used a screen protector on mine since July with 0 scratches. Got out of the taxi a week ago and didn't realize my phone was on my lap. Phone flew screen down first into the street. Crack across the bottom and scratches at the top Placed my order for a realook screen protector the next day. Bad luck on my part, but it breaks my heart to see that crack so I'm not taking another chance.
Had the tmobile 2pack screen protector, but it made my screen look all glittery. Figured I got this phone for the awesome screen so I just go without one now. No scratches, and looks awesome still since July.
Had a Vibrant since day one. Been careful, but never had a screen protector and it looks perfect. I have had a few minor drops, and carry in pocket, with occasional company though I try my best to keep keys and coins away. Thought about it for awhile and then decided I had gone this long I would be fine... (now I jinxed myself with this post I am sure)
Thanks for the responses.
For the most part extremely positive results. Might very well give it a shot. I already have a T-mobile case on there which helps a bit so think I'll take my chances.
No screen protector since day one. Had two drops onto solid concrete from about five six feet only the chrome scratched. One day took a cat nap and didn't realize my phone fell to the floor when I got out of bed I stepped on it. Now I got a crack down the middle of the screen. Its just the glass though so I don't mind it much.
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I had one from T-Mobile for a while and hated it. I finally decided that Gorilla Glass is hardcore and removed the screen protector. It's been fine with just a gel case. No scratches or dings. I'm also really careful with it though too.
Have had a screen protector and a case for a month. Not taking any chances, I know its gorilla glass, but I can be King Kong with my gadgets. I had an iPhone 2G that survived 3 years without any protection, but it was not a pretty sight.
No screen protection for me. I had a case but took that off. I did drop it once screen down into some dirt and have an annoying tiny chip on the screen but im dealing. And I bought a replacement battery cover that's rubberized and now I feel comfortable with no screen protection.
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I still use one that came with it. I put it back on with water & credit card and it stuck on just fine lol. It's actually sticking so well i don't see it coming of anytime soon. Clipped off the top part so my case can go properly. Works fine.
Been running protector free since launch and I have a very small scratch towards the bottom from my tungsten ring. I' be done multiple lap flies and nothing yet but I'm starting to think it might be a good idea. At least get a gel case or something!
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I tried the Reallook after all the rave reviews, and I admit it was nice at first.... but over time the appearance/finger prints/feel were just SO lacking copared to the feel/look of the gorilla glass.
I was a huge anti-SP person and am still that way even after my testing one out.
Thinking Gorilla Glass was scratch resistant as I have seen on YouTube, I showed my friend that it doesn't scratch. I took a coin and rubbed it on the screen. I wasn't even pushing that hard. When I look, there are thin scratches from the coin! They are only noticeable when the screen is off. Except for two small ones. They are about 5 mm long and pretty thin. They are visible all the time especially when there is a white background. They distort the colour and now I'm obsessed knowing they are there. Is there any way to remove them? Such as tooth paste or some other material? I don't want anything that will remove the oleophobic coating on the screen. Just something to fill in the scratches. Thanks!
Im sure there is a polish for delicate glass. GOOGLE is your friend.
http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/moto-droid/114659-gorilla-glass-does-scratch-but-i-know-how-repair.html
So did your mate laugh and take the pi$$ for being a smart a$$?
My name is Optimus Prime and I send this message..
Gabewalters said:
I took a coin and rubbed it on the screen.
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Don't be surprised when Asus reject your RMA request?
Sure it's scratch resistant, but it does not mean you should go out and rub a coin into it.
Sorta like trying out a bulletproof vest by shooting yourself...
I also have a tiny scratch right where the bezel meets the display because i droped a lighter on my prime once.
Glass will always be susceptible to scratches no matter what brand, its physics! Would be cool to have a tablet with a diamond touchscreen though. Now that would be scratch proof
I once dropped my Evo 3d with an extended battery on my prime. No scratches and that thing was heavy and it was from 4-5 feet as well. Landed screen first.
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Gabe
I feel your pain!
Why don't you put a screen protector on your device? First, if nothing else, you'll be sure not to add any additional scratches to your screen.
2nd, other people have posted that scratches were not visible once they put a screen protector on their screen.
I have tried three different ones, ArmorShield, Skinomi and ACase.
Really like the A Case screen protector, and it comes three to a pack, so if you mess up the first one, you still have two more (it's a dry apply screen shield)
Good luck!
Wow people really do confuse the difference between "-proof" and "-resistant". Have you ever tried submerging a water-resistant watch in water?
In any case, most touch screen devices these days are coated with oleophobic coatings which scratch much more easily than glass.
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You almost certainly scratched the oleophobic coating, not the screen itself. Not that it matters really, the screen still looks scratched. Those coatings are not nearly as tough as the underlying glass. I have noticed similar little scratches on my Galaxy Nexus screen. All in all, I still think the coating is great though.
http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/moto-droid/114659-gorilla-glass-does-scratch-but-i-know-how-repair.html
Your welcome.
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http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/moto-droid/114659-gorilla-glass-does-scratch-but-i-know-how-repair.html
Your welcome.
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You're welcome.*
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bedoig said:
You almost certainly scratched the oleophobic coating, not the screen itself. Not that it matters really, the screen still looks scratched. Those coatings are not nearly as tough as the underlying glass. I have noticed similar little scratches on my Galaxy Nexus screen. All in all, I still think the coating is great though.
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That makes plenty of sense as im pretty sure glass wont scratch from the little amount of pressure i was applying. The thing is, there are two small spots, one being around 5-7 mm long and the other being only around 2 mm long. They are mostly only noticed when a light coloured backround is on, such as the white backround in the browser. They seem to show up sort of ''Rainbowish' these ones must be the actual glass that is scratched because otherwise i doubt they would show up like that. Anyways, thanks for the kind reply!
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Gabe
I feel your pain!
Why don't you put a screen protector on your device? First, if nothing else, you'll be sure not to add any additional scratches to your screen.
2nd, other people have posted that scratches were not visible once they put a screen protector on their screen.
I have tried three different ones, ArmorShield, Skinomi and ACase.
Really like the A Case screen protector, and it comes three to a pack, so if you mess up the first one, you still have two more (it's a dry apply screen shield)
Good luck!
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I am considering purchasing a screen protector ASAP. Does the Acase screen protector show up in anyway? What i mean is, will the screen look any different? An example would be an anti-glare screen protector makes the screen more matte and i dont think the colours show as nicely. Thanks for the recommendations!
Namidairo said:
Don't be surprised when Asus reject your RMA request?
Sure it's scratch resistant, but it does not mean you should go out and rub a coin into it.
Sorta like trying out a bulletproof vest by shooting yourself...
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Gorilla Glass (even second version) is a piece of sh#it and was always it. I'd like to have the DragonTrail Glass in my gadgets :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpbOoQpwAFs
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That makes plenty of sense as im pretty sure glass wont scratch from the little amount of pressure i was applying. The thing is, there are two small spots, one being around 5-7 mm long and the other being only around 2 mm long. They are mostly only noticed when a light coloured backround is on, such as the white backround in the browser. They seem to show up sort of ''Rainbowish' these ones must be the actual glass that is scratched because otherwise i doubt they would show up like that. Anyways, thanks for the kind reply!
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Those might actually be small fractures in the glass. Similar occurrences have been discussed in the My Screen Cracked (or something like that) thread. It seems like Asus may have a glass quality issue with some of their units.
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Those might actually be small fractures in the glass. Similar occurrences have been discussed in the My Screen Cracked (or something like that) thread. It seems like Asus may have a glass quality issue with some of their units.
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How would the screen have fractured from a quarter that rubbed on the screen? That makes sense of why the scratches are deeper than the others but I don't know how the screen would fracture. Is there anyway I can try to ride these fractures/scratches? I have been searching for weeks now and the best product I could find would be "iDrops" they polish out scratches but people say it's removed the oleophobic coating. Will some sort of toothpaste rubbed into the scratch work?
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How would the screen have fractured from a quarter that rubbed on the screen? That makes sense of why the scratches are deeper than the others but I don't know how the screen would fracture. Is there anyway I can try to ride these fractures/scratches? I have been searching for weeks now and the best product I could find would be "iDrops" they polish out scratches but people say it's removed the oleophobic coating. Will some sort of toothpaste rubbed into the scratch work?
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No that will only make it worse (toothpaste at least). I think you have to accept it can't be 100% fixed with some paste/polish. You could contact Asus for a new touchscreen.
I've had my prime since December with no screen protector or case. i use it extensively everyday. no scratches at all on my display or back cover.
I really don't care if the scratches can be seen when the screen is off I just don't want them to be visible when the screen is on (rainbow like). As long as they aren't visible when the screen is on is fine with me. Do you know of any fine polishes that might do this that won't harm the glass or the screen?
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My Prime once fell of from a bed on the floor, around 40-50cm, it didn't got any scrathes as it was attached to the dock, and was half open, though now I have a feeling the dock does not hold the tablet so tightly as before.
But what I don't like about the Gorrilla Glass (or either it's not calibrated touch detection in the software side) is that the Tablet does not detect my touches when I use the back side of my finger (finger nail), does anyone else have the same issue? Other touch devices I have (iPad and EVO 3D) detect my touches from front and back of the finger the same without issues.
I actually have a HOX with Gorilla Glass 2, but this seems to be the most active and recent thread regarding removal of scratches from GG, so I suppose it'd still be rather relevant. No point starting a new thread just for GG on a different device, right?
Yes, I babied this phone like... a baby since i got it on the first day and no screen protectors were out yet, but somehow it still got a nick(rather visible) in the upper left corner and some light scratches around the middle of the phone.
Then I found some manufacturing defects but I'm afraid they'll refuse to repair/replace my phone under warranty if they see the nick.
So has anyone found any way to cover up the scratches? Even temporarily, just to get through the chat with the assistance team? (No I can't get 3M's 06070, lowest quantity sold here is 6 quarts for ~$400. Way too expensive.)
How is everyone's screen holding up?
I've had mine for about a week and keep it in my pocket and its starting to get little tiny scratches on it.
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Sand....
Pwns gorilla glass every time.
I've had mine since 11/21 and I've never had sand, keys or anything else in my pocket besides the phone and I also have some fine scratches on the screen. I thought the GG2 screen was supposed to be more resistant and could last more than a couple of weeks. Everyone in the accessory section keeps going on and on about not needing a screen protector because of the GG2 screen but I'm definitely going to get one now before it gets worse.
Also the matte finish is coming off the USB door cover from me trying to open it with my nail so I am wondering how long the rest of the finish on the backside will last before it starts flaking off
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I've had mine since 11/21 and I've never had sand, keys or anything else in my pocket besides the phone and I also have some fine scratches on the screen. I thought the GG2 screen was supposed to be more resistant and could last more than a couple of weeks. Everyone in the accessory section keeps going on and on about not needing a screen protector because of the GG2 screen but I'm definitely going to get one now before it gets worse.
Also the matte finish is coming off the USB door cover from me trying to open it with my nail so I am wondering how long the rest of the finish on the backside will last before it starts flaking off
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Lets be very clear, it takes something with a mohs rating as high or higher than GG to scratch it.
The glass itself is around 7. With the coating it bumps it to 9. I can tell you, it will take something with a very high mohs rating to scratch it. Not keys, not change. Dirt however contains sand. Sand is stupidly common almost everywhere, even if you don't see it. My wedding band will scratch it, being tungsten carbide. A diamond ring can scratch it.
Etc. Etc.
If you scratched it, it i because you exposed it to a high mohs rating material. Wind carries dirt with sand in it too. Sand is by far the most common thing to scratch smartphones.
Even sapphire glass can be scratched by sand, a key component of dirt.
Why does it matter? It's not like those tiny scratches affect you when the screen is on. You probably can only detect them when the screen is off and you put light in top of the phone and look at it from a certain angle.
I've had it since release day, no scratches at all yet. I try to be very careful with my phone since I don't use a screen protector. I anticipate some scratches though. In the last year of my Thunderbolt I took the screen protector off. Ended up with only 2 or 3 scratches and that was a less advanced glass.
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Sand....
Pwns gorilla glass every time.
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I know right?
Most of the tiny scratches are at the top. I also noticed that this phone picks more up since the glass rounds over the edges (feels great tho).
MohJee said:
Why does it matter? It's not like those tiny scratches affect you when the screen is on. You probably can only detect them when the screen is off and you put light in top of the phone and look at it from a certain angle.
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I'm not saying it matters, I was just curious how the Gorilla Glass 2 was holding up for everyone. You're right tho, most of then you have to hold the phone just right in the light. I do have a couple that are more noticeable tho.
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MohJee said:
Why does it matter? It's not like those tiny scratches affect you when the screen is on. You probably can only detect them when the screen is off and you put light in top of the phone and look at it from a certain angle.
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I think it matters because the only reason I noticed it was when I was looking at the phone when the screen was on. Who looks at the phone when the screen is off? I noticed it because I have a darker background and I thought I had lint on the screen until I realized it was a scratch. That one is noticeable and I have about 5 other ones that are like you described and not noticeable under normal conditions.
Considering I only had the phone for less than 2 weeks, I would assume that over a couple of months it will have even more noticeable scratches. No big deal since I can get a screen protector but with all of the marketing about GG2, I just thought it would last a little longer.
I have gotten a tiny a tiny scratch near my back button thanks to my Tungsten Carbide wedding ring. I had to change the way I pocket my phone. I now put it in screen toward my leg so when I reach in my hand slides down the back of the phone.
I have had mine since release without a case or screen protector and have zero scratches.
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Wedding ring? Just get divorced. Problem solved.
Lol
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pgibbons said:
I've had mine since 11/21 and I've never had sand, keys or anything else in my pocket besides the phone and I also have some fine scratches on the screen. I thought the GG2 screen was supposed to be more resistant and could last more than a couple of weeks. Everyone in the accessory section keeps going on and on about not needing a screen protector because of the GG2 screen but I'm definitely going to get one now before it gets worse.
Also the matte finish is coming off the USB door cover from me trying to open it with my nail so I am wondering how long the rest of the finish on the backside will last before it starts flaking off
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wow, guess I'm just not hipster enough to throw my phone in the pocket of my skinny jeans...
I use a belt case and after a year have 1 small scratch only seen if you tilt the phone just right.
I guess the moral of the story is, if you put your phone in the pocket of your skinny jeans, put a screen protector on it.
scottspa74 said:
Wedding ring? Just get divorced. Problem solved.
Lol
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Lol... Been there done that. Found the right one this time. 2nd marriage is always better. Once you figure out what you don't want then it's easier to find what you do want...
Anyway back to scratches...
Memnoch73 said:
Lol... Been there done that. Found the right one this time. 2nd marriage is always better. Once you figure out what you don't want then it's easier to find what you do want...
Anyway back to scratches...
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I call my first marriage a practice marriage. Lasted barely a year. Second one is going on 14 years. Think I got it right this time.
scottspa74 said:
Wedding ring? Just get divorced. Problem solved.
Lol
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Bwahaha!
pgibbons said:
I think it matters because the only reason I noticed it was when I was looking at the phone when the screen was on. Who looks at the phone when the screen is off? I noticed it because I have a darker background and I thought I had lint on the screen until I realized it was a scratch. That one is noticeable and I have about 5 other ones that are like you described and not noticeable under normal conditions.
Considering I only had the phone for less than 2 weeks, I would assume that over a couple of months it will have even more noticeable scratches. No big deal since I can get a screen protector but with all of the marketing about GG2, I just thought it would last a little longer.
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You can't fight chemistry. They make really hard glass. However, there tend to be things harder. If they end up making glass that is harder than sand, I can tell you right now that it will not be affordable for a very long time.
Memnoch73 said:
I have gotten a tiny a tiny scratch near my back button thanks to my Tungsten Carbide wedding ring. I had to change the way I pocket my phone. I now put it in screen toward my leg so when I reach in my hand slides down the back of the phone.
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Haha, I always take my Tungsten Carbide ring off when handling my phone. How sad is that?
adrynalyne said:
Haha, I always take my Tungsten Carbide ring off when handling my phone. How sad is that?
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I could see it now... Phone rings, can't get ring off... goes to voicemail... call the person back and explain that you couldn't get your wedding ring off in time.
Priceless
On a side note mine's white gold so I haven't had to worry
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nrfitchett4 said:
wow, guess I'm just not hipster enough to throw my phone in the pocket of my skinny jeans...
I use a belt case and after a year have 1 small scratch only seen if you tilt the phone just right.
I guess the moral of the story is, if you put your phone in the pocket of your skinny jeans, put a screen protector on it.
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Where did you get the skinny jeans generalization? I just have normal work slacks during the week and regular jeans on the weekends.
No scratches here, and just recently (yesterday) put a case, no screen protector.