I've had my Prime for two days, my protector has not come in yet and I just noticed a deep vertical scratch right in the center of my screen. I have no idea how it happened, but it was not there an hour ago.
Is there anything I can do?
quile22 said:
I've had my Prime for two days, my protector has not come in yet and I just noticed a deep vertical scratch right in the center of my screen. I have no idea how it happened, but it was not there an hour ago.
Is there anything I can do?
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Not really. The screen protector may hide the blemish once it is applied. Usually wet application protectors do the best at that.
You could send it back to Asus but you'll have to cough up some cash for the screen replacement.
I thought it was near impossible to scratch Gorilla Glass?
The timing of this thread is impeccable.
I've concluded that the gorilla glass on my TFP is like butter compared to my Droid X. I've already induced several DEEP scratches on my TFP, and my droid x is nearly spotless after 1.5 years of ownership.
I had originally dismissed a screen protector as unneccesary, however tonight i have applied a skinomi one that came with my carbon fiber skin as i don't have much faith in this screen.
TF201 | XDA Premium
I was amazed that this happened too. I thought I could last a few days until my protector came in. I even went as far as taking my keys to my screen on the corner after I made my original post to see what was up. NOTHING. Not a single scratch.
I have no idea how this happened or what caused it.
Did putting on the screen protector hide the scratches?
keys won't scratch glass. All those key tests mean nothing. the chemical composition of keys (brass 99% of the time) is not hard enough to scratch glass. You might as well rub a marshmallow on your screen.
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Well at least there is something good to come from the faulty wifi and gps. Just exchange it from wherever you bought it and tell them that the gps isn't working right.
thetruth1983 said:
Well at least there is something good to come from the faulty wifi and gps. Just exchange it from wherever you bought it and tell them that the gps isn't working right.
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lol, was thinking the samething
Anyone ever try the banana peel trick to resolve scratches as shown on YouTube? Lol
The screen on my TF101 scratched really easy. Fortunately about a week after this first happened something started peeling up between the screen layers. I returned it to ASUS for the peeling issue and it came back with a new screen. Sold the device straight away because I thought I wanted the TF201. Cancelled that order once the GPS issue became apparent.
My Prime came out-of-the-box with a couple of scratches on the screen. I have considered returning it, but have eventually decided that they're not noticeable unless in the correct light, and because I'm otherwise happy with my device, I don't want to risk exchanging it for one that has dead pixels/backlight bleed/no haptic feedback.
There are a number of ways to remove scratches from glass or CDs. I've tried this method and it does work, although I can't say how well it will wear on a touch surface.
If you use this in conjunction with a screen protector, suggest a "dry" protector as opposed to the wet-apply type.
http://www.wonderhowto.com/how-to-remove-scratches-lcd-cd-with-egg-143178/
This is for plastic, not glass.
After watching a few vids on egg and alum, this might actually work. As far as I can tell there are no abrasives, so it must "fill" the scratches. If that's the case, it should work on glass all the same.
I went ahead and got an RMA for the until for the GPS issue. It has never worked with any combination of wifi/bt on/off.... and I'm not talking about locking, it doesn't even see any satellites. When calling they suggested I just return it, but I like it and don't want to wait 3+ months for a new one.
I will try the egg white trick before sending it in and report back.
Hopefully they will just give me a new unit.
Even though my phone doesn't have Gorilla Glass, this was posted in our forum as a fix for scratches on this type of glass. Apparently it works. You might want to try it out.
Fix here
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Today I received a screen protector in the mail (came free with a case), so I decided to change out the old one that came pre installed on the X10. Of course once everything was removed and when I started to apply the new one, all of the dust in the house was magically attracted to the new one, rendering it useless.
I'm now stuck without a screen protector, and have growing paranoia that my screen is going to get messed up. Looks like I'll have to order a new one.
Until then, does anyone have an X10 with the protector removed? Has your screen scratched after extended normal use?
I'll probably be stuck without one for a week so I hope it lasts.
Truth : I suspect you won't have much success, if any, finding someone who's successfully scratched their X10 screen. There is one user however, who's succeeded in cracking the screen -- I remember having read a thread about it
javagreen said:
Truth : I suspect you won't have much success, if any, finding someone who's successfully scratched their X10 screen. There is one user however, who's succeeded in cracking the screen -- I remember having read a thread about it
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i hav x10i... my screen has scratches like 7-8.. theyre like minor scratches bt still
:'(
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Truth : I suspect you won't have much success, if any, finding someone who's successfully scratched their X10 screen.
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Well you've got at least two now, momerbk and gavriel18 on another thread has stated his is "mashed" now due to not having one, so I'd get one on asap.
Not forgetting the guy who's was run over, that was pretty scratched
I've gotten some minor scratches but they are very hard to see... and from my personal tests the X10 screen hides scratches better then the Dell Streak
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Not forgetting the guy who's was run over, that was pretty scratched
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Rofl, I saw that one as well, although it doesn't really fit into my "normal use" category
I'm pretty careful with my stuff, I'll just have to avoid buses until I get a new screen protector lol.
This thread is somewhat putting me at ease though!
Semi related: Are there any scratch test videos for the X10?
Multiple scratches and a chip. Still don't know how I managed that...
haha lol. I scratched mine within 3 weeks ... I have now one big scratch and a few little scratches blegh.
Are you guys sure you really scratched the glass or is it just the original screen protector? The original screen protector scratches very easily. That is why I removed mine and replaced it with something better.
mine is still mint, I work in bean processing plant(dusty), spend most of my days off at the beach with the kids. That's no proof that it won't get scratched one day but I doubt it will make people think less of me if i have a scratch on my screen
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Are you guys sure you really scratched the glass or is it just the original screen protector? The original screen protector scratches very easily. That is why I removed mine and replaced it with something better.
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Lol, I never had a stock screen protector with mine
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Z3X said:
Lol, I never had a stock screen protector with mine
T-Mobile UK
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I'm pretty sure they all have them stock. Take a closer look at the lower part of the screen near the buttons. You should be able to see it there. it is an exact fit protector so it's almost impossible to see that it's there.
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I'm pretty sure they all have them stock. Take a closer look at the lower part of the screen near the buttons. You should be able to see it there. it is an exact fit protector so it's almost impossible to see that it's there.
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Hmm it does look that way, although I can't seem to get it if it's is one) off
Another quick question:
I've heard that some of the better screen protectors can actually hide previous scratches once they are applied, is that actually true?
I've ordered both the clear coat screen protector and also that free stealthguard protection thing, so I'm hoping that one of those will be sufficient
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Hmm it does look that way, although I can't seem to get it if it's is one) off
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I put one of the free stealthguards on mine Saturday. I only used he screen guard not the full body though. It was a little difficult to get the oem screen protector off but only until you get it started. Once it starts peeling it comes off fairly easy.
i have my phone in a leather case without a screen protecter, never been a fan of them and my screen is immaculate... so far it is only almost 3 weeks old though
naplesbill said:
I put one of the free stealthguards on mine Saturday. I only used he screen guard not the full body though. It was a little difficult to get the oem screen protector off but only until you get it started. Once it starts peeling it comes off fairly easy.
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wow just found it, i never noticed it LOL, it's a thick screen protector, sometimes when texting i noticed the phone sometimes missed keys wonder if it was because of the protector.
so can anyone confirm that there phone has been scratched without the OEM protector?
I think that extra thick shield is supposed to act as a "shatter resistant protector" so that if you do happen to smash the glass you don't get shards and splinters everywhere. It is much thicker than any screen protector i've seen before and taking it off will ruin it.
I took my oem one off and now have a deep scratch , not a clue how I did it. If I could go back I would definitely use protection lol. They may not be as pretty as the bare screen but they work.
Hello all. I have been waiting for SGP to make the crystal screen protector for the prime. While browsing for accessories I came across this promising prospect. This screen protector is not made by SGP but it way be worth your consideration. This brand is advertised as Armor Suit. I am going to order mines now and will provide and update on its use.
Jason
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006TOPR72/ref=ox_ya_os_product
Instruction Video >>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFHy6o_VRwI
Link to activate lifetime warranty >>> http://www.armorsuit.com/warranty/
Update 2-11-2012
I received mine yesterday at work. As soon as I got home I opened the package and applied the new screen protector. The instructions recommend keeping the tablet off for about 24 hours after application before use. I did miss one part of the instructions which says to wet both sides of the screen protector. Make sure you do this because it will help you remove the liquid and bubble better with the rubber card. It has been over 12 hours since the application and it is curing nicely. I still have about 10 tiny wet bubbles that I am hoping will dry out before I say that it is perfect. One thing I did notice when I removed by prime from its folio case is that I had a tiny scratch a quarter of an inch up above the Asus logo. I was very upset about that because I handle my tablet like a baby, unless somehow the scratch was caused my the inside material of the case. Anyways, the good thing about this screen protector is that now you can no longer see the scratch. If this continues to cure like I hope it does, I will order another one for my girlfriends prime. Did I mention that wifi and GPS performance also improved after the application ??? Lol jk. The screen did lose a little of its smooth glide when swiping with your finger but that should improve over time. Touch response has been the same otherwise. I will provide an update in a couple of days once it has cured some more. If any of you reading this have purchased and installed the product, please provided your experience. I would like to know if the quality is consistent.
***Important***
Just an FYI to those who use the keyboard dock and are considering installing this screen applicator, removing the prime in and out of the keyboard dock is extremely tight and is marking up the screen protector film where the dock and screen meet. I am going to contact the manufacturer about this to see if they are aware of this issue...
jfranco328 said:
Hello all. I have been waiting for SGP to make the crystal screen protector for the prime. While browsing for accessories I came across this promising prospect. This screen protector is not made by SGP but it way be worth your consideration. This brand is advertised as Armor Suit. I am going to order mines now and will provide and update on its use.
Jason
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006TOPR72/ref=ox_ya_os_product
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looking forward to your update! only problem i have with their listing on amazon is that i says its non sticky, but also says its self healing... i sell screen protectors in a sprint store. from my experience, the self healing ones tend to be the orange peels and rubbery (sticky) kind. but if im wrong, please let me know! interested in this!
stretchwookie said:
looking forward to your update! only problem i have with their listing on amazon is that i says its non sticky, but also says its self healing... i sell screen protectors in a sprint store. from my experience, the self healing ones tend to be the orange peels and rubbery (sticky) kind. but if im wrong, please let me know! interested in this!
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Will do, I received my order confirmation last night. Standard shipping so maybe sometime next week I will have it.
Lifetime warranty means you'll ruin 5 of them just trying to install them! This is why right now I'm not wearing a condom on my Prime. If I can't get the perfect screen protector on there perfectly then I just won't do it at all. I'm fairly careful with the front and I may eat my words one day.
Mine should be here today thanks to prime shipping I will give my feedback on this protector later this afternoon
Ok abit of an update, just installed the protector first impressions are this
Install was the best ive done in about 10 protector installs over the years, protector comes off the backing with very little pull, enough solution that i was able to wet my fingers twice and soak the adhisive side and front side well enough that it only took one attemt to postion the protector to the screen and boom it was done after a little squgiing with the rubbery card they give you, i had 3 tiny bubbles that came out easily then 2 slightly smaller bubbles along the top rim that im just gonna have to wait out till tomorrow
So so far im enjoying it, havnt noticed any imperfections, cut outs were extremely accurate now to just wait
Edit: The feels exactly like the screen if not a bit smoother at the moment not sure if this will remain but its pretty slick at the moment
msfguard said:
Ok abit of an update, just installed the protector first impressions are this
Install was the best ive done in about 10 protector installs over the years, protector comes off the backing with very little pull, enough solution that i was able to wet my fingers twice and soak the adhisive side and front side well enough that it only took one attemt to postion the protector to the screen and boom it was done after a little squgiing with the rubbery card they give you, i had 3 tiny bubbles that came out easily then 2 slightly smaller bubbles along the top rim that im just gonna have to wait out till tomorrow
So so far im enjoying it, havnt noticed any imperfections, cut outs were extremely accurate now to just wait
Edit: The feels exactly like the screen if not a bit smoother at the moment not sure if this will remain but its pretty slick at the moment
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Sending a thanks your way for your update. Later this afternoon I still had a couple of bubbles that I was to impatient on waiting to see if they would dry out and disappear so I decided to apply some of the solution on top of the surface and opted to use a credit card to push out the remaining bubbles (I did not like using the included rubber applicator much.) One Important item that I did not realize until now is that getting the tablet to dock with this screen protector is really, really tight. This may be a deal breaker for some. I don't use the keyboard dock all the time but it looks like the constant swap will make the screen protector look a little beat up at the bottom...
msfguard said:
Ok abit of an update, just installed the protector first impressions are this
Install was the best ive done in about 10 protector installs over the years, protector comes off the backing with very little pull, enough solution that i was able to wet my fingers twice and soak the adhisive side and front side well enough that it only took one attemt to postion the protector to the screen and boom it was done after a little squgiing with the rubbery card they give you, i had 3 tiny bubbles that came out easily then 2 slightly smaller bubbles along the top rim that im just gonna have to wait out till tomorrow
So so far im enjoying it, havnt noticed any imperfections, cut outs were extremely accurate now to just wait
Edit: The feels exactly like the screen if not a bit smoother at the moment not sure if this will remain but its pretty slick at the moment
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If it's clear and not matt, hows the anti fingerprint part of it working out?
Sent from my CM7 Atrix 4G
It seems to resist printing fairly well, I'd say it really only has showed them with hard swipes of the finger such as maybe playing fruit ninja for abit but just normal presses it rarely leaves one
jfranco328 said:
Hello all. I have been waiting for SGP to make the crystal screen protector for the prime. While browsing for accessories I came across this promising prospect. This screen protector is not made by SGP but it way be worth your consideration. This brand is advertised as Armor Suit. I am going to order mines now and will provide and update on its use.
Jason
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006TOPR72/ref=ox_ya_os_product
Instruction Video >>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFHy6o_VRwI
Link to activate lifetime warranty >>> http://www.armorsuit.com/warranty/
Update 2-11-2012
I received mine yesterday at work. As soon as I got home I opened the package and applied the new screen protector. The instructions recommend keeping the tablet off for about 24 hours after application before use. I did miss one part of the instructions which says to wet both sides of the screen protector. Make sure you do this because it will help you remove the liquid and bubble better with the rubber card. It has been over 12 hours since the application and it is curing nicely. I still have about 10 tiny wet bubbles that I am hoping will dry out before I say that it is perfect. One thing I did notice when I removed by prime from its folio case is that I had a tiny scratch a quarter of an inch up above the Asus logo. I was very upset about that because I handle my tablet like a baby, unless somehow the scratch was caused my the inside material of the case. Anyways, the good thing about this screen protector is that now you can no longer see the scratch. If this continues to cure like I hope it does, I will order another one for my girlfriends prime. Did I mention that wifi and GPS performance also improved after the application ??? Lol jk. The screen did lose a little of its smooth glide when swiping with your finger but that should improve over time. Touch response has been the same otherwise. I will provide an update in a couple of days once it has cured some more. If any of you reading this have purchased and installed the product, please provided your experience. I would like to know if the quality is consistent.
***Important***
Just an FYI to those who use the keyboard dock and are considering installing this screen applicator, removing the prime in and out of the keyboard dock is extremely tight and is marking up the screen protector film where the dock and screen meet. I am going to contact the manufacturer about this to see if they are aware of this issue...
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msfguard said:
Ok abit of an update, just installed the protector first impressions are this
Install was the best ive done in about 10 protector installs over the years, protector comes off the backing with very little pull, enough solution that i was able to wet my fingers twice and soak the adhisive side and front side well enough that it only took one attemt to postion the protector to the screen and boom it was done after a little squgiing with the rubbery card they give you, i had 3 tiny bubbles that came out easily then 2 slightly smaller bubbles along the top rim that im just gonna have to wait out till tomorrow
So so far im enjoying it, havnt noticed any imperfections, cut outs were extremely accurate now to just wait
Edit: The feels exactly like the screen if not a bit smoother at the moment not sure if this will remain but its pretty slick at the moment
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both of you get thanks, but im going to skip this buy. we do wet installs at my sprint store, and 2 of the guys there have killed devices this way. i havent, but i dont want my first time to be MY prime, please dont mind my dumb rhyme
stretchwookie said:
both of you get thanks, but im going to skip this buy. we do wet installs at my sprint store, and 2 of the guys there have killed devices this way. i havent, but i dont want my first time to be MY prime, please dont mind my dumb rhyme
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That's understandable. This is my first time using a wet screen protector. I wasn't concerned about damaging the prime because I have the accidental protection plan.
Do you have to pay for the replacements? I know most of these "lifetime replacement" types you have to pay $5-$10 just to get them to mail you a new one.
Bogus.
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That's understandable. This is my first time using a wet screen protector. I wasn't concerned about damaging the prime because I have the accidental protection plan.
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aww thanks dood! i totally forgot about the protection plan! did you go through squaretrade?
back on topic: went with an Acase matte anti glare, dry install. took literally over an hour to get it perfect, but i did it. wish it woulda been easier, but im just too shy of the wet installs...
I'm looking for a top quailty anti-glare screen protector. I mainly want the anti-fingerprint part of it, but I like the matte screen look too. I had a Acase one on there, but the anti-fingerprint wasn't that great. I really wish Realook would come out with one for the Prime, b/c their's are awesome (have it on my phone). Realook (http://www.realook.us/dales_html/) has almost a textured feel to it, which is beyond awesome for keeping finger prints off. I have a email into them now to see if they plan on making one for the Prime.
I'm also thinking about NuSheild too:
http://www.nushield.com/dayvue_technology.php
Opinions, other options???
pileot said:
Do you have to pay for the replacements? I know most of these "lifetime replacement" types you have to pay $5-$10 just to get them to mail you a new one.
Bogus.
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I don't think you need to pay for a replacement. I should have an answer to that question in the next couple of days if they respond to an email I sent to them early today...
Swiftks said:
I'm looking for a top quailty anti-glare screen protector. I mainly want the anti-fingerprint part of it, but I like the matte screen look too. I had a Acase one on there, but the anti-fingerprint wasn't that great. I really wish Realook would come out with one for the Prime, b/c their's are awesome (have it on my phone). Realook (http://www.realook.us/dales_html/) has almost a textured feel to it, which is beyond awesome for keeping finger prints off. I have a email into them now to see if they plan on making one for the Prime.
I'm also thinking about NuSheild too:
http://www.nushield.com/dayvue_technology.php
Opinions, other options???
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I can tell you the armor suit does very well reducing finger prints. Your fingers glide smoothly across the screen. Now this is something I am going to try my best to describe, when typing ( I use thumb keyboard) you sort of get what feels like a slight rubber bounce with each press, I actually like that. Obviously its going to feel different then just typing on the glass but for me it works.
I bought the Realook screen protectors for my Rezound after seeing them highly recommended online. I had a lot of problems getting it to fit exactly right which was frustrating, but finally placed it properly.
My phone has been working perfectly for the last two months but lately it's been exhibiting very strange behavior whenever I make phone calls. The screen shuts off right away and won't come back on until you press the power button, then it shuts right back off. Sometimes the screen stays off even after the phone call disconnects, and the only way to get the screen to turn back on is plug it in or pull the battery. Super frustrating.
I factory reset my stock, unrooted phone but it was still having the exact same problem. I downloaded AndroSensor to check out my sensor operation and noticed the proximity sensor was all screwed up. Finally it dawned on me - this started happening as soon as I installed my new screen protector, which just so happens to cover up the proximity sensor. I pulled it off and everything works perfectly again. I can't be the only person who's had this issue? Just wanted to make sure I posted this online for others to find if they are having any similar issues.
All things considered between the installation difficulties and proximity sensor interference I am quite disappointed with the Realook and will be requesting a refund. Because of how big this protector is, I see no way to install it that does not cover up the sensor.
Knock on wood, i do not have that issue at all with my realook protector. It is not affecting the sensor or front camera, both of which are covered.
Sent from my HTC Rezound.
Just installed my realook about 15 minutes ago. Hope I don't have this problem. It wouldn't surprise me though. I had the same proximity sensor problem with a bestskinsever protector on my droid1.
I have had this problem with my realook also. I did all the troubleshooting too, first i found out my sensor was dirty, but that's another story. Then i found out that my realook protector was definitely causing problems. It sucks that they don't have the cutouts for the proximity sensor, because in my opinion, they are such an AMAZING product. They rarely get scratches and they have a real nice surface texture. What i did was take a new protector and use a hole punch to pop out the spot where the proximity sensor is and then install it. However, since it's not as clean of a cut as a machine could give it, it started lifting.
So after some researching online, i've decided not to use any screen protectors at all. The way i see it is that the screen protectors run about $12-$15. But an entire new glass screen, digitizer, screw driver, and torx wrench cost me $35 shipped. If you're worried about warranty, obviously go with the screen protector, but with the quality of refurbs that verizon is putting out right now, i've been warned to keep my original phone at all costs unless something catastrophic happens to it. And even so, there's ebay and craigslist
I have that problem and don't even have a screen protector.
johnwaynegacy said:
I have that problem and don't even have a screen protector.
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Get a can of compressed air and spray in the speaker grille above the sensor. Get any lint off the grille too
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I hope I don't have this problem, I just put this screen protector on last night. I guess ill find out.
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I don't have the problem, and I've had this one realook screen protector on for quite a few months.
Sent from my Sense 4 Rezound
My wife's realook hasn't caused any problems since february, but mine on the other hand causes non stop problems
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I also have a Realook but to contrast I have had no such issues, of course the installation was the biggest fuss and ultimately I wasted one of the two I had and my brother redid the second one that was crooked.
I'll add that Realook had very prompt customer support and offered to send replacements at no charge because I must have received a bad batch. They were going to check with their supplier to ensure the correct materials were being used consistently which should not interfere with the sensors.
I opted to just take a refund since I already bought some cheapo Verizon protectors and get those installed. Don't want to deal with the head ache of another Realook installation and I still question the design of covering up the sensors.
I use Wave Control alot in the car which relies heavily on the proximity sensor and I have had no problems with the realook screen protector installed.
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It's only been a month since I bought my S3. I have 5-6 very tiny scratches on my screen which are easily visible in bright light. :crying:
It's like a group of scratches at the bottom center of my screen. I am still trying to figure out how I got them. I can assure you that I am not responsible for these scratches. :crying:
I have treated my phone with respect and yet it has developed these scratches. I have never dropped my phone. I have never kept it face-down on any surface.
The funny part is that the back cover on the Samsung Galaxy S3 sucks as well. Its got tiny scratches all over even though I have never ever kept the phone on any surface without keeping a micro-fiber cloth under the phone!
The only possible explanation for the scratches can be dust. Can I claim warranty on the phone since the screen is supposed to be scratch resistant?
I am super sad now
A few fine sand particles against the glass in a pocket will do more than two sets of keys.
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Read the waranty card, such normal wear and tear are not covered in the waratnty....
are you allergic to a screen protector and a back cover??
Normal glass won't even scratch if you take a key to it. Sand particles are what gets you.
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If you can't put a screen protector on a $700 phone then you should reconsider the decision of owning a smartphone.
Tip: get a back tpu case as well.
☞ sent from my GS3
Read the waranty card, such normal wear and tear are not covered in the waratnty....
are you allergic to a screen protector and a back cover??
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I am not allergic to either. The problem is that I ordered the TRIDEA ALIKE case on 8th June from ebay but there were some manufacturing problems and the case delivery got delayed. It should be here in a weeks time. There are no decent screen protectors available in the local market. The ones that are available on ebay will take 2 weeks to be delivered to my country. With the case still not delivered, I am still contemplating about ordering a screen protector online or waiting for it to hit the stores.
f you can't put a screen protector on a $700 phone then you should reconsider the decision of owning a smartphone.
Tip: get a back tpu case as well.
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No one in their right senses would think of not putting a screen protector on a costly phone. Like I said, I was waiting for some screen protectors to hit the local markets since I already had a bad experience with shopping for a case online. I ordered it a month back and it's still not here.
I heard that the Galaxy s3 comes with an additional coating that repels oil. Could it be possible that I have only scratched this coating and not the actual glass. If yes, how can I tell the difference?
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No one in their right senses would think of not putting a screen protector on a costly phone.
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Speak for yourself sunshine. My senses are where they should be, and I never have nor never will use a screen protector.
As posted elsewhere, got my first scratch last week, sand was the culprit, my fault though. Doesn't worry me. Sure I'll get a few more. Such is life.
Speak for yourself sunshine
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Sorry if I have offended you. :angel:
Looks like you have a lot of phones to not be worried about the scratches
@ white_android, Your not getting any Sympathy from me and besides, it takes a certain kind of individual with your type of courage to advertise their COMPLETE STUPIDITY !
Case in point !
No where in your first post did you say that you took precautions to protect your $500+ high tech toy ! It almost sounds like your blaming Samsung for your stupidity and you wanted support from other users here !
ISN'T HAPPENING DUDE !
@phoenix
What makes you think I am stupid? I have had 2 phones with gorilla glass before I got my s3 and none of them got a single scratch on them ever. I started using a screen protector when my phones were a couple of months old since its human nature to not care much about old things.
I was waiting for a good screen protector to be available in the local stores because I only just got the phone and thought It was okay to wait for sometime before I get a screen protector. I had no idea the S3 screen was going to be this delicate.
white_android said:
It's only been a month since I bought my S3. I have 5-6 very tiny scratches on my screen which are easily visible in bright light. :crying:
It's like a group of scratches at the bottom center of my screen. I am still trying to figure out how I got them. I can assure you that I am not responsible for these scratches. :crying:
I have treated my phone with respect and yet it has developed these scratches. I have never dropped my phone. I have never kept it face-down on any surface.
The funny part is that the back cover on the Samsung Galaxy S3 sucks as well. Its got tiny scratches all over even though I have never ever kept the phone on any surface without keeping a micro-fiber cloth under the phone!
The only possible explanation for the scratches can be dust. Can I claim warranty on the phone since the screen is supposed to be scratch resistant?
I am super sad now
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If I was in your situation, I would not use the phone untill I get screen guard.
Every screen gets scratches even if its scratch resistance.
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Scratches don't affect the functionality of the device. Suck it up.
Also, scratch resistant not scratch PROOF.
If I was in your situation, I would not use the phone untill I get screen guard.
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What screen protector do you recommend. Something that I can get quickly and has good quality. I know SGP makes the best ones but are they available in India. Ordering online means having to wait a very long time for the shipping! ;(
Scratches don't affect the functionality of the device. Suck it up.
My first reaction when I saw the scratches was "here we go" with a deep breath! . I am still feeling sad but I hope these are the last scratches I get on this awesome phone.
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white_android said:
Sorry if I have offended you. :angel:
Looks like you have a lot of phones to not be worried about the scratches
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1 SGS1, unscratched. 3 SGS2s, one with small scratch on screen and many chips in bezel, one with totally smashed screen (tram ran over it), one unscratched. 1 SGS3, tiny scratch on screen. 1 Lumia 800, unscratched (unused, to tell the truth).
I can barely see the scratch on the SGS3, it's ca. 3mm long, upper right of screen. And as said, since it was my fault for taking it to a beach, that's even less reason to beat myself up about it.
Screenguards seem to be the way forward for you. I just don't care enough - phone's for using, and I can't be bothered with the hassle of "babysitting" it instead of using it.
Resale value!
I just don't care enough - phone's for using, and I can't be bothered with the hassle of "babysitting" it instead of using it.
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That makes sense. I hate the fact that I have to treat my phone like a living thing. I am only going to do this to get a good resale value on my phone when I decide to upgrade just like i did with my older phones.
Anyway, does anyone have the answer to my question. How can i tell whether i scratched the screen or the coating!
Scratch resistant =/= scratch proof.
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Going on 3 weeks with my S3 and no scratches at all, anywhere. No screen protector or case, have never really liked them. Phone spends the whole day in my pocket or screen side down on my bed side at night and is holding up quite well for now :fingers-crossed:
I find a screen protector is the equivalent of wearing a condom during sex.... .
I don't wear a condom either.... I am married mind.
B3311 said:
Speak for yourself sunshine. My senses are where they should be, and I never have nor never will use a screen protector.
As posted elsewhere, got my first scratch last week, sand was the culprit, my fault though. Doesn't worry me. Sure I'll get a few more. Such is life.
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I agree. I hate screen protectors and it killed me to spend $13 for the Rearth case for this phone lol
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adamhill212 said:
Going on 3 weeks with my S3 and no scratches at all, anywhere. No screen protector or case, have never really liked them. Phone spends the whole day in my pocket or screen side down on my bed side at night and is holding up quite well for now :fingers-crossed:
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In fairness, mine hasn't lasted the last 3 days on the beach.. It was hidden in my bag but sand gets everywhere. A few small scratches, but so be it my phone is staying naked.
Hey guys! I've got a bit of a problem, all of the sudden really small dents are starting to appear on the screen of the device, they are almost unnoticeable but they are certainly there.
I haven't done anything such as dropping it to the floor, mixing it with keys or coins in the past days. Just being in the pocket! On Friday I had two scratches, today i have four!! They are not deep and they are not dirt.
It seemed such a strong device! about four months ago I accidentally dropped it onto the sidewalk and then to the asphalt of the street and it was intact!
Anyone has had this problem before? Do you think Nokia would take care of it for free, since It hasn't been an accident?
Oh well, I knew this would happen at some point. The scratch free curved screen was to good to be true lol.
The screen is very strong, I stopped using a screen protector more than 3 months ago and even a few big drops haven't damaged it. However even the Gorilla Glass can suffer some wear and tear: micro scratches will start to appear from time to time, but at least in my case they're very faint, and you won't be able to see them unless you look very closely and at a certain angle against some strong light. To me this is really irrilevant, and honestly it doesn't make me go back to a screen protector: the screen will still be totally pristine compared to the look and feel of whatever screen protector you may have. I'll check back in a few months or so to see how it fares, but so far so good. I'd still be using one if those amazing real glass ones were available for this phone, but going for anything less than that would feel like a complete waste and a major downgrade to me right now. Obviously if you have to deal with sand on a daily that's a different story, but not my case at all.
How about those scratches you have, are they deep? Can you feel them with a fingernail? Otherwise (if you simply got those ones I described above) I guess it's pretty common wear and tear, even for a Gorilla Glass, and you probably shouldn't worry too much about it. We're men after all, we're not supposed to be so OCD with our things after all IMHO