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So I got my Flyer on Friday, only to see after one transportation in the bag and ~ 1 hour of total usage that I had my first small but noticeable scratches on the display. Even further, I got one a little more visible when writing with the stylus today. Deriving from my experience with HTC devices from the last couple of years, and avoiding playing in a sandbox with it, I thought it was safe to not buy an extra screen protector.
So, how do your Flyers perform? Same experience? Had been asking in another forums where no-one else experienced the same, so I wonder whether this is just a factory fault on mine or if it is that sensitive to scratches in general...
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froschfinger
None here
I don't really see any on mine! I am kinda worried now however, maybe I should buy an invisibleSHIELD lol... I haven't had a screen protector since my N1 days! I would drop HTC a line, they were really prompt to answer my questions, and I figure getting their opinion is probably a good option!
Hmm, that is strange. I don't have any on mine. I thought these were made with Gorilla Glass?
No issues here, but using matt screen protector now.
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They list the devices using GG here http://www.corninggorillaglass.com/#featured-products
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None on mine as the first thing I did was put the "invisible" shield on. I don't trust the zero scratches concepts and claims. I always play it safe. You won't believe it, my TP2 is still scratch free for the next happy owner.
Always protect you expensive investment.
You guys are too clever, hehe. Contacted HTC support und will see what they will tell me about my issues...
Already got a deep scratch on it and a ton of micro scratches. Not too happy about that. I could live with the micro scratches. But the big one is really going to bother me.
First one to experience the same... oh well, not a single-case problem it seems. Scratches are really an issue, considering you're not going to use it in lab conditions (weren't they meant for mobility?).
I didn't want to.take a chance, so I'm only using it with a screen protector
I am using the Samsung Galaxy Tab Platinum Easel Folio case (purchased at Best Buy) - tight fit but works perfectly and looks good.
Yep it is a scratch magnet. I really cannot believe that this is GG on this tablet as my sammy tabs screen is much more resilient. Scratches on mine and I have no idea how they got there. Waiting on a protector from ebay and treating it very carefully until then.
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How does the pen fare with the screen protector? Everything still good?
invisibleSHIELD
I installed a Zagg iShield on mine today, the pen kind of drags, which had me worried. But y'all that reported scratches, question are you using European models or the US model per chance? I just wonder if that has anything to do with it?
European model. Am thinking of sending it back & ordering a new one elsewhere. No report back from HTC on the matter.
Mh - I guess the best option would be to use a cheap and simple screen protector for now to protect the screen from scratches.
There should be some better ones out once the Flyer is on the market for some time. I bet those will be better suited for the use of the pen.
Regarding the pen a thinner protection "shield" might be better.
Apart from that I think if you don't intend to sell the device at some point I don't really care about scratches after all. My old Samsung has millions of them but actually you can't see it when the screen is on and I won't using it with the screen off. For me that's a typical "So what?" question.
However, I'll get a screen protector too
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glitzbd said:
I installed a Zagg iShield on mine today, the pen kind of drags, which had me worried. But y'all that reported scratches, question are you using European models or the US model per chance? I just wonder if that has anything to do with it?
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I've had the same issues in former WM phones which required a stylus. The invisibleshield films are slightly spongy and increase drag on the stylus. Over a while, I noticed some "orange peel" effect on the film also... but that maybe my poor application.
The boxwave clear or anti-glare films are what I'm hoping to find... I may order the matte screen protector from UK Amazon.
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I may order the matte screen protector from UK Amazon.
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I would really love to do so as well, but the Amazon shop seems to be the only one having them, but unfortunately is not shipping to Germany. Does anyone know an alternate shop that ships them elsewhere?
No scratches here, been using it since it came out, also been using the pen on here no scratches or minor ones either. Got mine from best buy.
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So I am learning to live with the iShield everything seems ok, the pen still works fine, however the drag is annoying only sometimes, bearable! Oh so my friend's Flyer is still a-ok screen protectorless, and our demo model at work has nothing on it, however that is only people tapping it with fingers. And it seems to me that the European models are the only ones people are seeing scratches on (in this thread at least) and the Best Buy US models aren't exhibiting the problem. Maybe there was a bad batch of glass in those models? This is all speculation of course!
hi guys,
getting my new evo3d on wednesday. Just upgraded from my beloved hd2 which i had for 2 years. She was a beaut. This forum its members and developers were a pure godsend.
However, after seeing this phone on offer for £229 it felt wrong not to buy it. So hopefully you guys will help me get the most out of this new phone as i did out of my old.
cheers.
Indeed, mine should be arriving Thursday from Asda. The wife is getting my Desire.
Step one for me is to go into the clean room at work and apply my screen protector lol
Step two I guess is to charge and get sense setup how I like it
Welcome fellas
---Jay--- From the CM9 powered 3D
howdy mr paul. it was too good a deal to turn down, eh?
regarding the protector i always had murders applying my old ones. I found the best way was in a steamy bathroom clean the screen as best as possible with the cloth and then blow on the screen to remove any residual dirt/dust fragments whilst laying the protector on.
You are right about sense. the amount of times i had to redo it with all the wonderful roms on my old phone.
edit - thanks jay.
Welcome aboard indeed. Coming from those phones you should find everything fairly easy here. Solid guides in the dev roll up sticky to get started.
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Mr Paul said:
Indeed, mine should be arriving Thursday from Asda. The wife is getting my Desire.
Step one for me is to go into the clean room at work and apply my screen protector lol
Step two I guess is to charge and get sense setup how I like it
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you should look up a company called ghost armor
polyurethane screen protector, so thin you don't even know it's there.
if you know anything about polyurethane, it's tensile strength, and other applications it is used for... you will see why it is by far the best form of screen protector out there.
thanks sarge.
@cobraboy85 that ghost armour is that the same stuff as the zagg invisible shield? I tried that on my hd2 but i could not fit it properly. If it is more a case and a screen protector then it sounds great.
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thanks sarge.
@cobraboy85 that ghost armour is that the same stuff as the zagg invisible shield? I tried that on my hd2 but i could not fit it properly. If it is more a case and a screen protector then it sounds great.
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I've use 2 brands all the time and have no complaints.
First is the more durable skinomi one I used on my EVO4G. http://www.skinomi.com/
That thing could take a serious beating and you can't beat the warranty.
The next is what I have on my phone right now and thats the SGP Steinheil screen protector.
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/htc.html
The later was easier to install and a little thinner btw.
I used to use screen protectors religiously for a couple of years but never used one on my Evo 4G nor my 3D. Have never had a scratch on the screen. The screen protectors always seemed to take away from the feel of the phone for me. Just my 2cents, try it without one.
I use the matte ones that a finger-print resistant. However; I just recently removed it because I ordered 4 new ones, and I'm liking the way my screen looks without it. Much nicer.
I always use Martin Fields screen protectors, always found them to be fantastic.
Yes the Asda deal is bloody great!
Im also coming over from a HD2 because of the ASDA deal.
I love the HD2 and how that has evolved over the last 18 months, just hope the EVO 3D will be just as great an investment.
Hopefully with the price drop of the EVO 3D GSM and the flood of new owners, development will really start to boom, who knows may even surpass the CDMA forum
Looks like there are some great devs producing some fantastic ROMS already. In addition, we have ICS potentially on the horizon!!
Happy Days ahead one hopes
Yea EVO 3D us cool phone, I love it, had it for 4 months...
I bought 2 screen protectors for 40$.
I took them off week later.
EVOs screen is not easy to scratch so I don't see reason to put protection on it.
I'm thinkin to get otterbox case, it looks cool
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no it is not a case, it is a thin film that is applied to your screen. look into it, promise you... best screen protector out there.
AndroidStyle said:
Yea EVO 3D us cool phone, I love it, had it for 4 months...
I bought 2 screen protectors for 40$.
I took them off week later.
EVOs screen is not easy to scratch so I don't see reason to put protection on it.
I'm thinkin to get otterbox case, it looks cool
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You spent $40 on 2 screen protectors? I got 4 glare-resistant, fingerprint-resist, matte screen protectors for $4 with free shipping on eBay. Get your money back, or call the police, because you were robbed.
So my 2 day old Note has a hairline scratch that is only visible with the screen off in the right light. I am told that if I get this screen protector it will more than likely hide the scratch, and obviously prevent new ones. I'm curious to hear if others have this and like it. I have never used a screen protector because I don't like the way they look and feel, but apparently this screen is very easily scratched, despite me only keeping it in my pocket by itself.
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So my 2 day old Note has a hairline scratch that is only visible with the screen off in the right light. I am told that if I get this screen protector it will more than likely hide the scratch, and obviously prevent new ones. I'm curious to hear if others have this and like it. I have never used a screen protector because I don't like the way they look and feel, but apparently this screen is very easily scratched, despite me only keeping it in my pocket by itself.
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I had an invisibleShield on my Atrix and loved it. I also bought the ivs for the note and am sending it back tomorrow because it is for the European modle which means it has a button hole on the middle front. They don't make one for the ATT note yet but as soon as they do I am getting it.
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I had an invisibleShield on my Atrix and loved it. I also bought the ivs for the note and am sending it back tomorrow because it is for the European modle which means it has a button hole on the middle front. They don't make one for the ATT note yet but as soon as they do I am getting it.
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Best buy carries it for the att note. I think I'm going to get one tomorrow.
just had best buy install one on mine today worth the $30 although some will say that they can but 100 of them from china, but i have no need to replace Zaggs eveveryday
Its $21 at best buy now. Also it comes with a lifetime replacement warranty.
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So my 2 day old Note has a hairline scratch that is only visible with the screen off in the right light. I am told that if I get this screen protector it will more than likely hide the scratch, and obviously prevent new ones. I'm curious to hear if others have this and like it. I have never used a screen protector because I don't like the way they look and feel, but apparently this screen is very easily scratched, despite me only keeping it in my pocket by itself.
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Yes the Zagg or any Zagg type screen protector will make any light scratch invisible. I was the guy who posted about a scratch . Anyways my Zagg came in like a day after it happened, I put it on and I cant even see the scratch.
Does Zagg still have the orange peel look?
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Does Zagg still have the orange peel look?
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Yes it does and it kinda sucks, I always buy BSE skins (Best skins ever) but they only have the international version atm.
Have the Zagg Dry Invisi-Shield installed on mine, front and back protection, and both he dry and wet install shields leave little indented marks when you use the s-pen because they are soft. At first its barely noticeable but the little grooves build up over time. Just something to consider, depending on how much you use the s-pen.
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I wish they would have just left the s pen off because I'm never going to use it. It should just be a smartphone, not even tablets come with stylist pens now days. Oh well, I'm still really enjoying the phone. Can't wait for ICS to come out and fix the stutter/non responsive bugs when flipping through home pages.
Check ebay. It's cheaper and free shipping.
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I wish they would have just left the s pen off because I'm never going to use it. It should just be a smartphone, not even tablets come with stylist pens now days. Oh well, I'm still really enjoying the phone. Can't wait for ICS to come out and fix the stutter/non responsive bugs when flipping through home pages.
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I use my s-pen. A lot. Glad they don't base their product manufacturing decisions around your personal preferences. Indespensibe for fine- photo editing, PDF annotation, mobile signatures and the list goes on and on.
Damn that stylus kills the device! Oh well, not everyone listens to Steve.
You sound like an undercover iSheep.
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I went to Best Buy and and exchanged the phone for a new one because of the scratch and bought the InvisibleShield. I'm not crazy about the Orange Peel look, but it's better than the scratched screen look.
i have the shield on mine as well........after having the rocket for 5 months and not having a case nor a screen protector i had to get one for the notes awsome screen.
and the S-pen is Great. i use it for texting and everything. the write to text is pretty accurate and fast when you get used to it. my only gripe is that with the Zagg shield the pen does not flow quite as smoothly so it hickups here and there when not applying just the right amount of pressure.
I actually wish that it had the physical home button like the Intl version. I saw some neat tips and tricks -such as disable touch screen -which would be great for movies, etc -especially with children...
I went with the Rearth Ringbo screen cover. Cant comment since I ordered it this AM.
-MW
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I went to Best Buy and and exchanged the phone for a new one because of the scratch and bought the InvisibleShield. I'm not crazy about the Orange Peel look, but it's better than the scratched screen look.
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I'll never do the orange peel again.
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I actually wish that it had the physical home button like the Intl version. I saw some neat tips and tricks -such as disable touch screen -which would be great for movies, etc -especially with children...
I went with the Rearth Ringbo screen cover. Cant comment since I ordered it this AM.
-MW
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I was 1 click away from ordering that. I ended up with the SGP because I didn't know which was better. I haven't done screen protector shopping in a while. Is the Rearth better than
SGP?
I just learned after buying the Invisible Shield that even though they offer a lifetime "free" replacement, it costs $4 for them to ship it to you and you have to pay to ship it back. In what world is that free?
I bought the invisible sheild today from bestbuy. Not really liking how it feels "tacky" compared to the slick glass. Something to keep in mind when considering purchasing it.
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I bought the Zagg tonight, installed it and thought I had it on perfect! Was all proud of myself. Went to go turn the screen on and all these rainbow colors and weird looking dots all over between the screen and shield! I was so pissed. I think I sprayed too much of their liquid on. I should have just paid Best Buy to install. What a waste of money. $22 down the drain.
bought some screen protectors on Amazon to get here Thursday and then 6x off of eBay. I don't care if I have to replace one a month. I'm not spending $20 anymore on one screen protector.
Zagg has also started making an HD version of there screen protector, this one does not give you the orange peel look like the old ones. Right now i think it is only for the Iphone but give it some time they will probity start making them all like that.
For any of you who have previously used the steinheil screen protectors, you know that they are not making any for the Rezound. I have inquired as to why and this is the response I received....
Thank you for contacting Spigen.com Customer Service Department.
Hi, my name is Diana from Spigen.com.
Thank you for your interest in our products! As of now, we don’t have any definite plans to make the Screen protectors for the HTC Rezound. However, if there is increased interest from our customers, we may change our production plans in the future. Please check our website for any updates time to time.
If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us again.
Thank you.
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[email protected]
www.Spigen.com
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I encourage you all to email them, showing interest, so that they will support the Rezound.
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For any of you who have previously used the steinheil screen protectors, you know that they are not making any for the Rezound. I have inquired as to why and this is the response I received....
I encourage you all to email them, showing interest, so that they will support the Rezound.
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question:
What do they do differently then any other screen protector manufacture? Ive only used the cheap ones and Zagg. i now go unprotected. Can you tell me why are they so likable?
****not trolling im just wondering.****
The crystal clear screen protectors are the best I've seen and used. I almost destroyed the screen on my charge with a set of keys in my pocket but the protector did It's job and saved it. I was helping a friend load some boxes and smashed the keys into the screen. They apply really nice, feel like glass, and are absolutely clear. At $14 for a 2 pack is cheap insurance for your phone. Just my opinion.
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mefloump said:
The crystal clear screen protectors are the best I've seen and used. I almost destroyed the screen on my charge with a set of keys in my pocket but the protector did It's job and saved it. I was helping a friend load some boxes and smashed the keys into the screen. They apply really nice, feel like glass, and are absolutely clear. At $14 for a 2 pack is cheap insurance for your phone. Just my opinion.
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Thank you for this. I didn't know they are like glass. Email sent.
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Their glas.t protectors are the hardest and best screen protector. They are actually made partially out of glass. The realook screen protectors have a 4H hardness rating while the steinheil has 8-9H
I would have cared until i found the realook ones. just as good for my money.
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Just put on a Realook protector... Kinda a ***** since its cut to cover the whole screen with no gaps on the side. But it looks amazing, can't even tell. The packaging stated it has a 3H hardness rating.
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Just put on a Realook protector... Kinda a ***** since its cut to cover the whole screen with no gaps on the side. But it looks amazing, can't even tell. The packaging stated it has a 3H hardness rating.
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completely agree.. i actually like there are no gaps. its a perfgect fit
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completely agree.. i actually like there are no gaps. its a perfgect fit
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Thought I'd post links to the Realook (I don't have one yet, but it's useful to post links to discussed accessories).
This link will lead to both Amazon and Ebay sites.
I've had the realook ones and they don't compare to the quality or protection offered by Steinheil. I've run these on every phone I've had and my Ipod touch. Too bad they are not supporting the Rezound. They have them for the Thunderbolt, Incredible, and One X.
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I've had the realook ones and they don't compare to the quality or protection offered by Steinheil. I've run these on every phone I've had and my Ipod touch. Too bad they are not supporting the Rezound. They have them for the Thunderbolt, Incredible, and One X.
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Just to put my thoughts out there - I fully disagree. I think the reallook ones are very comparable to SGP and come in at a very close second.
Thats how i feel as well. I had steinhils on all my devices for years...and i feel as tho the realook is just as good if not better. My 2 cents.
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I've always had a preference for Steinheil too... They are just better... But I guess to the normal person they are just as good as anything else, a screen protector is a screen protector... Even though they are much better.
Most protectors I've used are really smooth and nice for a week or so, then get grippy feeling, even after cleaning them. Probably has something to do with the hardness... But the steins feel better for longer. Just something I've noticed...
Edit: oh not to mention they don't scratch as easy...
My realooks have been super scratched for the past 6 months of usage, wish I had something that is more scratch-proof
Ordered the Realook protectors. Guess I will find out soon enough. Always used zagg,wanted to try these out.
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Well I received my realook protectors. Crystal Clear,easy to install. Very tight fit. Time will tell how they last.
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Halo screen protectors have worked well. I don't even notice is on.
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so guys need some help deciding which screen protector to buy, i don't care about $ just need a good one help!!!!!!!!!!
sgp.. The best.
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/ht...-screen-protector-steinheil-ultra-series.html
Realook I posted a review with screen shots. Nice hard plastic no orange peel effext
Just don't get a zagg
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http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/htc-evo-4g-lte-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
I've had two of these now (for the same phone), needed another because I got a replacement. Lifetime warranty, just go online submit the replacement order, they send you a new kit, place the old one in the provided envelope, put a stamp on it, done.
Definitely best screen protector I've ever owned.
I agree with the first reply. I always seem to try different ones but come back to the Steinheil. I'm using the oleophobic version atm. easiest application ever.
Steinheil for sure.
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Steinheil for sure.
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there's 3 different one's witch one is the best one?
I have always been an invisibleshield guy but Steinheil has won me over love it
i just put on the new zagg hd and cant even tell its on there. it also now has the cut out for the proximity sensor
My wife and I both have Zagg on ours and love them.
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i just put on the new zagg hd and cant even tell its on there. it also now has the cut out for the proximity sensor
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we're did you buy it from any links?
evoforevo said:
there's 3 different one's witch one is the best one?
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I personally use the Ultra Crystal. Feels like glass, and I can't even tell it's there.
I used to have Zagg on my orignal EVO and love it...but it did kinda of have a sticky feel i guess due to the rubber material used. I now have a skinomi on my EVO 4G LTE and its slick. I can't even tell its on my phone.
I had the Steinhell Anti-fingerprint on my OG Evo and loved it. Once u remove it, it's pretty much worthless, as u'll bend the corner to get it off.
I'mrocking my phone without a screen protector and have no qualms about it. Just have an Otterbox Commuter, and everything is swell.
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SGP is by far the best. Stay away from Zagg, they're complete garbage
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SGP is by far the best. Stay away from Zagg, they're complete garbage
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Steinheil for sure. Had the Ultra Crystal on my OG EVO and it lasted from launch day to EVO LTE launch day. I have the oleophobic on the LTEVO. I think I might like the Ultra Crystal better tho.
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i just put on the new zagg hd and cant even tell its on there. it also now has the cut out for the proximity sensor
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yep zagg hd is dope!!! its the best i have ever seen.. everyone that see's it says wtf!! it dont even look like there;s anything there!! i always use zagg on all my evo's never once hd a problem..
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we're did you buy it from any links?
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got it from best buy, sorry for the late response forgot to check back
edit: if they still have the old ones it is b/c they just didnt sell through them yet to get the new shipment in
+1 For Steinheil. I got the Ultra Crystal after peeking through this thread. Personally, I like the feel of this protector better than the naked screen! No cut out for the prox. sensor, but it hasn't been an issue so far.
I wish I would have seen this thread before.
I have tried zagg and skinomi and both were crap. Both weren't the same size as the glass of the phone and it was ripplely even after a few days. I had fingerprints on the edges even though I followed the directions.
I'm thinking of getting a Steinhell (because it's also a dry application and seems really good) but can't decide between Ultra Crystal and the oleophobic. Might go with Ultra Crystal since I can wipe off fingerprints.
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