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I put a Zagg screen protector on my phone and about an hour later I noticed the screen was darker on the right side. I suspect water damage. The screen doesn't turn completely off now and is very, very dark. Brightness controls don't even work. Is dry rice the best way to absorb water like that?
And warning for those using Zagg, use very little of the spray they give you. I barely used any, but it damaged my phone somehow.
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Just a personal experience, I had the zagg anti glare... And it looked horrible. Plain and simple. The anti glare messed up the colors and it put artifacts when watching 3d. I'll never use zagg again. Since then I switched to steinheil ultra oleophobic- you couldn't even tell its there. Just a thought.
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You really dont need zagg I.use to.useit.beforebut.not no more.it has a gorilla screen , a rep at sprint.took his evo and told.me look dont spend ur money on zagg u dont need.it he actually grabbed a car key and started scratching his screen , and no single.scratch on it.
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I took the phone back for a replacement. The tech said the screen doing that was a "known defect". However, I'm pretty sure I just got something wet inside. I didn't tell him that though. I didn't put the Zagg on the new one. Putting liquid on my phone scares me now. I just bought the Otterbox Defender. I hate cases because it kinda defeats the point of having phones getting smaller. However, the case allows me to keep the phone in my back pocket. And, for me, that's a plus. I just don't think the company that makes Otterboxes puts anywhere near as much effort in making their cases that aren't for the iPhone. I had an Otterbox, briefly, for my Evo 4G and it was just awful. The rubber outer skin never stayed on the plastic case.
I'm currently using zagg screen protector on my 3vo and it doesn't really feel smooth. I wanted to know which protector ya are using to see if I might change
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Search this forum. There is already a thread with lots of info on different protectors in it....
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Try these.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...41278&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_1340wt_1037
Best one hands down.
I used Ghost Armor on my evo 4g and just put it on my 3d and love it, much better then zagg (smoother) and they send you 2 of them, and if those get messed up they will send you new ones (you pay shipping on new ones, thats it, but you have to send your used ones back w/ supplied delivery method)
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Try these.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...41278&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_1340wt_1037
Best one hands down.
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I agree 100%
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Im using the Zaggs smudge finger print resistant version and i like it.
im using SGP antifingerprint/antiglare
I'm using seidio ultimate screen guard. I had it on my evo 4g and liked it. I had the zagg on my 3vo at first but it was too sticky for me. The seidio screen guard is a lot smoother and goes on easily with no bubbles. I recommend it.
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I also have the seidio but my experience with the application was far different. I guess its possible I got a bad one but there were specs on the back which became air bubbles which I can't remove. I have installed many screen protectors like this one but never had this much trouble. Unfortunately Seidio doesn't stand behind these.
On my original Evo 3D device I had a Zagg Invisibleshield on it. But, after I got a new phone I tried a screen protector simlar to the one in the ebay ad above. Although the actual screen protector I'm using now covers the entire screen, is really smooth, and came with a plastic clamshell case (that I'm not using).
The screen protector and plastic clamshell case are made by Beyond Cell.
Goodluck with whatever you choose...
had zagg no smudge protector, then switched to zagg regular. Smudge proof protector made screen look a bit cloudy to me. good luck on your search!
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SGP Ultra Crystal are my favorite.
I've tried 4 different brands now, each has had it's own drawback.
Cloudy, gritty feeling, not as clear, some were "rubbery", some peeled up on the edges, one even smudged more than the glass.
In the end, I went back to just the plain screen, none were as ever as nice as the plain glass was.
I'll just have to be careful with my screen.
Just don't use the Sprint's store stock screen protector. The regular (glare) one had WAYYY too much reflection that I couldn't see anything. The non-glare one was a lot easier to read however it def. took away the quality of the screen. White seems to have rainbow crystals in them.
I'm also looking for a new screen protector now.
Why use a screen protector? I never get scratches unless i drop it.
Every screen protector ruins the screen quality more then even some small scratches and the glass on the Evo 3d is even stronger than on my Desire witch still looks great after more than a year with no protection at all.
No screenprotect is the way to go. Best feeling and experience
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I pulled the zagg off of my Evo 4G for 2 months, and never have had one on my pre launch 3D. Both still have perfect screens. Raw dog is the way to go. They have gorilla glass, its very tough.
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I pulled the zagg off of my Evo 4G for 2 months, and never have had one on my pre launch 3D. Both still have perfect screens. Raw dog is the way to go. They have gorilla glass, its very tough.
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Was gonna mention this, the EVO 3d officially has gorilla glass which has a hardness rating of 7 I believe so unless you are always around sand/quartz or anything with a hardness rating above 7 like crushed diamonds all the time then you are fine going naked
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Got screen protectors with my EVO but does it actually need them? If don't want them to screw up the fab 3D thoughts please? I
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Doesn't mess with the 3d
Via My HTC Evo 3D On The Now Network From Sprint.
Does your phone need a case? Does your phone need custom ringtones?
I think these are all questions you can pretty much gather up the answer for yourself. I'm not flaming, just saying.
To answer your question, this is more of a personal preference. I usually dont like to deal with screen protectors, but I got one that came with the otterbox case and I barely notice its there until I look around the edges of the qhd screen. No bubbles, no sticky stuff, streaks, perfectly perfect.
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everything else im big enough to work out for myself .. just asking re the screen protector as i know its gorilla glass ......
thanks for advice ill put mine on ...
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everything else im big enough to work out for myself .. just asking re the screen protector as i know its gorilla glass ......
thanks for advice ill put mine on ...
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The OG Evo had gorilla glass, too. In all honesty, I used my OG Evo for a year with heavy usage and never put a screen protector on it. In the end, I only had a couple of minor surface scratches that you could only see in direct sunlight.
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The OG Evo had gorilla glass, too. In all honesty, I used my OG Evo for a year with heavy usage and never put a screen protector on it. In the end, I only had a couple of minor surface scratches that you could only see in direct sunlight.
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No, it doesn't. But if you want scratches, fine line scrap marks from objects such as coins, keys and even fingers..dirt gets on them..then go without. It amazed me on my first 3vo it scrathed from my fingers. Was surfing, git out and had sand and wax on em. You will not even notice if you get one.
watever type of glass it is it WILL scratch!!!! I have two micro scratches that show up when sunlight or other bright light reflects just right... basically looks like cobweb effect on car's surface in sunlight... not that bad but i suppose it could get that bad. Invest in a quality screen protector and save urself the paranoia
When the 3D first came out, everybody was running around saying it was Gorilla Glass without actually verifying it first. Not that it matters so much, as its all scratchable, just some a little less than others.
I emailed HTC and they emailed me back saying that they did not believe that the 3D's were made with Corning Gorilla Glass, but that it was likely it was HTC's similarly comparable proprietary glass. You can take that however you want.
Do you "need" underwear pretty much its up to do you like it naked, I love the feel of the smooth gorilla glass. But that's me its your phone your life. Do what thou wilt with your phone
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I'm not sure how different the org EVO is to the 3D, but from personal experience, the EVO 4G's screen is easily breakable (all the people I work with had EVOs and half of them had broken screens.) If the 3D is the same case, then I'd say go for it.
I personally want a screen protector even on my SGSII. It make sure no scratches ever occur.
i mean my screen protector feels no different than my original screen i just keep it on for protection
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i mean my screen protector feels no different than my original screen i just keep it on for protection
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This.
It comes down to the fact you can take your chances and deal with scratches if (when) they happen, or you can shell out $20 and protect your screen from getting scratches to begin with.
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I'm not sure how different the org EVO is to the 3D, but from personal experience, the EVO 4G's screen is easily breakable (all the people I work with had EVOs and half of them had broken screens.) If the 3D is the same case, then I'd say go for it.
I personally want a screen protector even on my SGSII. It make sure no scratches ever occur.
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A screen protector is not going to save the glass from breaking, lol. IMHO this phone does not need a screen protector unless you are constanly placing the phone in your pocket and exposing it to sharp objects. For the guy who said his finger scratched the glass, I lol'd. You must have sand paper fingers.
I bought a bunch of cheap screen protectors on ebay. They're pretty awesome...virtually invisible, and feels smooth as glass. Glad I got it. I went to the beach a few weeks ago and the sand would've scratched the hell out of my screen. I just removed the damaged protector, and put a new one on.
Yup..was always very careful with mine. One day I noticed a scratch, now this things worthless to me...wear protection.
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this is an interesting topic as i'm getting an evo 3d, i currently have a HD2 and have had it for over 2 years now, never had a screen protector and i have it in my pocket with keys and coins sometimes and there is not a single blemish on the screen!
but my friend has a sensation only had it 3 weeks and has a few nasty scratches, maybe we should be questioning the qulity of the glass on recent devices?
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Do you "need" underwear?
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You all wear underwear? I thought everyone went commando....
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Got screen protectors with my EVO but does it actually need them? If don't want them to screw up the fab 3D thoughts please? I
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You will get scratches if you don't use a screen protector in a year or so.
The Gorilla glass on the Evo3d is very good, but it's not perfect.
I took my protector off. No scratches after a month of heavy use. Oh, and it feels and looks SOOO much better w/o one. I guess that goes for a lot of things haha
I had probably around 8devices in the last few years, I didn't use a case till iPhone 4 meaning my evo 4g was always naked and never got scratches, besides the kickstand, idk why I keep buying cases I always end up having the phone naked, they look way better the way(maybe the galaxy nexus did look really good with sgp case) how about you? Do you go naked or no? You think you might drop it?
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I start off with an otterbox defender for the 1st 6 months & then go naked once I've proven to be very careful with it.
I fear dropping this though .vs the other 2 EVO's & I'm not sure why... The new factor maybe?
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I start off with an otterbox defender for the 1st 6 months & then go naked once I've proven to be very careful with it.
I fear dropping this though .vs the other 2 EVO's & I'm not sure why... The new factor maybe?
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I think cause is so thin. I had the feeling too
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I have never owned a case for my phones and when I traded in the OG, it looked 9/10. However, this one has already had the Commuter Otter put on her. Not an if, but when I would drop her naked.
Smartphones are too slippery for me without a case!
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When I get a new phone I use a TPU case and when I get tired of the tpu I start to go naked..... I am usually good with not dropping phones....
Honestly, I find that when I have a case on I don't drop it, when I don't I do...so I have the htcpedia one that came out before the phone, nice fit by the way.
As for the screen its the same deal, I had an epic and went naked for almost a year and ended up with those tiny hair scratches that seem to come from nowhere and drive me batty! So sgp ultra crystal on the way to save my sanity.
Bottom line,used to go naked but not anymore, although I reserve the right to change my mind as I know I will lol
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Yea I go naked otherwise I'll use ghost armor...but that's still more or less naked...I feel if the phone company's wanted to make their phones bigger then they would but they made it thin for a reason and cases ruin that(IMO)...and I tend to be overly cautious with my phones
I've got get naked right now but I'll probably buy a case for it because it is slick, I don't do screen protectors anymore though, my old Evo didn't get scratches and with gorilla glad this one shouldn't either. The main reason I got a case for my old Evo was to keep the camera from laying against things and getting scratched but this new camera, even though it protrudes a Lil the lens is recessed so it should be fine. I may keep it naked.
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I would love to go naked, but I can't. When I first got the phone I had no case on it and it was so nice. But because of what I do for a living, one bad day = no more nice looking phone.
But the two cases I have are very slender and don't my phone bulky like the otterboxes do.
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See what bothers me is the screen protector, for some reason I would rather just not have it on...
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See what bothers me is the screen protector, for some reason I would rather just not have it on...
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I agree. Even though I have a case on my phone I have no screen protector. Its just so smooth without one. However knowing me and my OCD I'll probably get one to see what on may look like on my phone. But I have to find the right one, some of the Zagg products feel rubbery.
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I leave just my shirt and socks on... Nothing else...
Nah, but seriously... I go naked. I'm very careful with my ish.
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I agree. Even though I have a case on my phone I have no screen protector. Its just so smooth without one. However knowing me and my OCD I'll probably get one to see what on may look like on my phone. But I have to find the right one, some of the Zagg products feel rubbery.
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I've go a Zagg Invisishield on and can't even tell, it is the "HD" version. Had a regular Zags on my e4gt and it did have a rubbery feel but not the HD one
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I go with a TPU case just for grip and a occasional drop and normal wear and tear. I used screen protector couple times and I hated them I love the feel of glass. Also I'm not sure how people are getting scratches one their screens. I had 3 phones with gorilla glass and that 1 of them got scratches.
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I decided to go naked on this one. Used to buy cases but the bulk is just too annoying sometimes. Try the Spigen screen protectors, no rubbery feeling at all.
The ghost armor screen protectors are pretty nice, no rubbery feeling, no grainy look from the anti glare screen protectors... I'd recommend that
i like to go raw too, but not with the lte.
Always naked as far as a case goes. I do have an XO Skin on the screen and glossy back, though. I learned my lesson with my E3D, when I dropped it on the pavement screen down and it slid maybe 3 inches or so.
I only dropped and damaged my OG EVO once. I put a nice little ding on the edge, but other than that, it looks practically brand new. I always had a screen protector on my old EVO and never bought a case for it. The screen protector saved me a few times.
I'll eventually get a case for my LTE, but I'm just waiting for something I deem worth buying. Perhaps a nice silicon, something with a thin rubber padding, I'd like a case that provides a little bounce incase I drop it. The glass is so close to the edge on the LTE, I can just imagine the aluminium siding sending shock waves through the phone and exploding the screen into a million tiny pieces.
On that note, this is my first phone with Gorilla Glass, so I honestly don't even know if I "need" a screen protector. But I'll probably buy one eventually. After the whole ZAGG proximity sensor problem I'm just waiting for a legit protector without any quirks. I'm know they are out there (In abundance) and my lazy butt just needs to "look."
Not sure if this should go in the Q&A or accessories forum. But I am asking a question, so I will post here and a mod can move it if need be.
My girlfriend and I both have the note. I did not like any of the cases at the AT&T store, so I went with a screen protector for now. She chose a pink backplate with a flip to cover the front of the phone and no screen protector. She ran without screen protector on her evo for a while with no issues, but usually carried it in a holster style case that covered the entire phone when not in use. I generally carry my phone in my front pants pocket with nothing else in the pocket.
I've noticed that her screen looks so much clearer and more vibrant then mine. And while I feel a little scared of not using a screen protector, I am jealous of her screen every time I see it. Now mine doesn't look bad really, hers just looks better.
It got me wondering how everyone else protects their screen. Please vote in the poll and feel free to comment as well.
I Use the flip cover with replacement back. No issues whatsoever. Carry it in front pocket sometimes with change or keys. I Try not to make that a habit though. Only issue i have is the lower left hand corner is starting to tattered a little bit.
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I didn't get a flip case because it won't really protect the phone from slips and falls. Considering that the screen is in the most danger when being used, a flip case will also be useless then.
I would also avoid screen protectors because they generally look like crap.
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Nekkid
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Nekkid as well..just can't cover up something so elegant n beautiful!
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I personally refuse to not use a screen protector. So, I'm using a screen protector, extended battery and an aluminum bumper.
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Naked for the win. I have a tpu case for rough situations, but it's rarely on my phone. I also have the flip cover but don't use it much. Always been a fan of using my phones naked.
As for screen protectors, I've never used them much because the naked glass feels best.I just make sure to give my phones a pocket of their own. I do end up with tiny scratches over time, but not enough to bug me. I also upgrade once a year using family members' upgrades, so not many scratches accumulate anyways.
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No screen protection on mine. I don't like the way they feel. The only thing I changed was I cut apart the flip case that came free with the phone and replaced the back so it wouldn't be so slippery.
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You guys are making me want to go nekkid too, but its scary lol
Go for it! Just don't blame me if you break your screen, haha. Other than the screen breaking, which is still a worry even with a case and screen protector, you'll come to realize scratched plastic isn't the end of the world.
I like using phones bare as they were designed. I compare it to sex...feels a lot better without protection but there's always that increased risk...haha =]
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Zagg screen protector, which was terrible at first but after a month or two the spent and it got along. And a speck case black
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Go for it! Just don't blame me if you break your screen, haha. Other than the screen breaking, which is still a worry even with a case and screen protector, you'll come to realize scratched plastic isn't the end of the world.
I like using phones bare as they were designed. I compare it to sex...feels a lot better without protection but there's always that increased risk...haha =]
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I'm not worried about breaking the screen, I am worried about scratching the glass. The way my luck works, I could drop my phone 3 feet onto an asphalt parking lot and have the screen not break, but somehow accidentally kick it and send it skidding face down across the parking lot. I use this analogy because I actually did this with a pair of prescription sunglasses lol.
Hey, I've been having this same delema. Bought the att screen protector, which kills quality. Other than the fear of scratching the screen, I hate how much it picks up finger prints. If I could get a protector that didn't pick up fingerprints and kept the clarity of naked, I'd do that for sure.
Also, how tough is it to actually scratch the screen? I know gorilla glass is sometimes really good and sometimes not, depending on the phone.
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Hey, I've been having this same delema. Bought the att screen protector, which kills quality. Other than the fear of scratching the screen, I hate how much it picks up finger prints. If I could get a protector that didn't pick up fingerprints and kept the clarity of naked, I'd do that for sure.
Also, how tough is it to actually scratch the screen? I know gorilla glass is sometimes really good and sometimes not, depending on the phone.
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Had this phone since it came out and haven't scratched it yet.
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xxBrun0xx said:
Hey, I've been having this same delema. Bought the att screen protector, which kills quality. Other than the fear of scratching the screen, I hate how much it picks up finger prints. If I could get a protector that didn't pick up fingerprints and kept the clarity of naked, I'd do that for sure.
Also, how tough is it to actually scratch the screen? I know gorilla glass is sometimes really good and sometimes not, depending on the phone.
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Depends. How careful are you with your phones/are you planning on reselling your note when you move on to your next phone?
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Pretty careful, and yes.
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I came from an iPhone 3GS with an otter box defender, to an ATRIX 4G with an otter box defender...to this beast. I wanted a case to protect it, but didn't like the way it made the phone feel. I also had an issue with the anti-glare screen protector that ATT pushes in their stores, as they SEVERELY decrease image quality on the screens. I ended up going with some very inexpensive (3 for $5) crystal clear protectors from Amazon. 4 months later and i'm still on the first one with just a few tiny scuffs on the protector. My backplate is beat all to hell, but the rest of the phone (i.e, the screen) is mint.
Go naked but just be careful with the spen it can do damage, little scratches.(barely visible)
My back plate is as good as new and I've had the Note for a while now..
Dang what are you guys doing?? Lol
I only have the metal bumpers installed so its not like its being protected haha
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