Daiso stores in the USA and Japan sell the KO-11-P10/D-139 No. 31 LCD Protection Film A4 size for $1.50. Cut it yourself and you can make 2 screen protectors. Applies very easily, sticks perfectly, no bubbling at all, barely a color or tint shift, and thin. (Just don't crease it or you'll get a bubble after applying. Use removable Scotch tape to take off a dust particle on your screen if it lands as you're applying. Make sure the screen is perfectly clean beforehand - use removable Scotch tape across the entire screen after it's been microfiber wiped.)
It's glossy, not matte, but it's much like the original screen - doesn't turn it into a mirror, and the Nook still looks great indoors and out.
Rocks on my new Nook Tablet 8GB here! Been using it two weeks and it's already saved my screen from scratches! Definitely nothing about it that distracts from the touch or viewing experience thus far, and my Highly Recommended screen protector for the Nook (Price doesn't hurt either).
So I received my TechMatte screen protector today. I installed it a few hours ago. I honestly didn't have high expectations for it. I had forgotten that I had a TechMatte screen protector coming, so installed my Ghost Armor screen protector when it came in on Saturday. When the TechMatte screen protector came today, I placed it over the screen just to get an idea of the coverage that it offered. I was impressed that it was truly edge to edge on top, bottom, and both sides! There literally is no room for error on install, which is a good thing in my opinion! Just use the hinge method to get it on there perfectly. Also, the Home button has a cutout for it specifically. Most screen protectors just have a U shaped cutout at the bottom, and they don't offer any coverage below the Home button. Even Ghost Armor for the Note 3 uses the U shaped cutout, where Ghost Armor for the Note 2 has a specific hole for the Home button. I expected the Home button cutout for the Note 3 to be the same as the Note 2, so I was disappointed to see that they slacked on the Note 3 Home button cutout. So earlier I peeled off my Ghost Armor screen protector and lined up the TechMatte screen protector to do the hinge method. TechMatte even includes 5 tape strips in the package that are labeled for using with the hinge method, very nice touch on there part! I used the included cloth to wipe my screen clean of any dust and/or fingerprints. The cloth they include is larger than any cloth I've received with any other brand screen protector too! So I layed the screen protector on the screen and pushed out any bubbles. There was surprisingly very few bubbles on the screen, and the ones that were there were very easy to push out. I get it on and it's lined up perfectly. After peeling off the last film from the top of the screen protector I get my first feel of the actual screen protector itself. I am truly amazed by how it feels! It feels just like the bare screen! Looks wise, unless you're really REALLY looking for it then you would never know there's a screen protector on it! An hour or so later I handed my phone to a couple friends an told them to check out my new screen protector. They didn't believe me at first! Lol. I had to point it out to them for them to believe me! They both said it feels just like glass and is perfectly clear and not even noticeable! Now I've been using touch screen phones for many MANY years, since the early Windows Mobile days. I've always had screen protectors on every phone I've owned. This screen protector is by FAR the very best I've ever used or seen! I've been a fan of Ghost Armor for quite some time, and always recommend them to everyone. Hard for me to believe, but that time has come to an end! TechMatte is hands down my new favorite! I'll be recommending them to all of my friends, and using them on all of my devices from now on! I took some pics with my Evo LTE, because it takes better photos than my Note 2. I'll post pics in the second post with it, so please no one comment until I get on my Evo LTE and put up some pics. It's hard to even see the TechMatte screen protector, but I'll try to get some closeups of the Home button and the top of the phone.
Here's the link (CRAZY LOW Price with a Lifetime Warranty!!) : http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FR...film note 3&qid=1382465346&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
I apologize for not having the link in the OP to begin with. Anyone considering a screen protector is crazy not to buy these!! This price is insanely cheap!! This isn't just for 1 screen protector either, you get 3 with this!! Better jump on this deal while they are on sale!! I'm not sure how long the sale will last, so you shouldn't wait long, if at all!
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Corner showing the gap, or lack thereof rather! Lol. This screen protector has incredible coverage!
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Sorry about the 1 pic per post. I'll just wait until tomorrow, use a digital camera to take pics, an use my laptop to post them. Bottom line though, if you want a screen protector, TechMatte is absolutely the BEST choice!! I'm going to remove every screen protector on my other devices and replace them with a TechMatte screen protector!! Give them a try, I guarantee you will not be disappointed!!
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Link to site selling them?
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Link to site selling them?
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Here is the link : http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FR...film note 3&qid=1382465346&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
This is an amazing deal!! 3 screen protectors for less than $5!!!!!
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Aren't these the amfilm screen protectors? I grabbed some when they had these for $.50 for a 3 pack the other day, just received mine in the mail but I don't yet have the phone to try them out. Not only did the shipping address say TechMatte, the screen protector itself looks just like the one in the OP.
If anyone's interested, you can get these at Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FRIK0TQ/
for $2.50/3-pack shipped with coupon code: NOTE350F
codes takes 50% off
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Aren't these the amfilm screen protectors? I grabbed some when they had these for $.50 for a 3 pack the other day, just received mine in the mail but I don't yet have the phone to try them out. Not only did the shipping address say TechMatte, the screen protector itself looks just like the one in the OP.
If anyone's interested, you can get these at Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FRIK0TQ/
for $2.50/3-pack shipped with coupon code: NOTE350F
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Cool thanks. Just picked up 2 packs. I have been using the SPIGEN protectors but twice now ordering from them the packages have been damaged and they refuse to replace them. Took it up with AMAZON customer service.
Hopefully these work well. Can't go wrong for the price.
Thanks OP for the review.
TechMatte screen protectors
I received my TechMatte screen protectors in the mail yesterday for my Note 3 and Nexus 7 2013. I had never heard of TechMatte or their products before so I wasn't really sure what to expect. Upon inspecting the packaging I became worried as the image of the SP showed that it did not have a cutout for the home button but rather an upside down U-shape that starts above the home button and leaves it open below. However upon opening the packaging and inspecting the screen protectors they do indeed have a cutout for the home button that fully surrounds it and thus provides coverage for the entire bottom region of the device.
Included in the package were 3 SPs, an anti-lint/dust microfiber cloth, a sheet of tape strips to perform the hinge method for install, a squegee card to remove bubbles, and installation instructions. Installation was very straightforward being that it is a dry install. The fitment is fantastic. Other than the speaker grill and sensors it FULLY covers the front of the device edge to edge with almost no gap. Clarity is excellent and so is the "feel". I have no sensitivity loss with my fingers nor with the S-Pen. I attempted to press on the protector fairly hard with the S-Pen and also tried to make indentions into the film with my finger nails and was unable to do so.
At the current asking price of $4.50 for the kit with 3 SPs on Amazon I would not hesitate to recommend these SPs to anyone and would probably say that these may be the best bang for your buck screen protectors you can get right now. :good:
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I received my TechMatte screen protectors in the mail yesterday for my Note 3 and Nexus 7 2013. I had never heard of TechMatte or their products before so I wasn't really sure what to expect. Upon inspecting the packaging I became worried as the image of the SP showed that it did not have a cutout for the home button but rather an upside down U-shape that starts above the home button and leaves it open below. However upon opening the packaging and inspecting the screen protectors they do indeed have a cutout for the home button that fully surrounds it and thus provides coverage for the entire bottom region of the device.
Included in the package were 3 SPs, an anti-lint/dust microfiber cloth, a sheet of tape strips to perform the hinge method for install, a squegee card to remove bubbles, and installation instructions. Installation was very straightforward being that it is a dry install. The fitment is fantastic. Other than the speaker grill and sensors it FULLY covers the front of the device edge to edge with almost no gap. Clarity is excellent and so is the "feel". I have no sensitivity loss with my fingers nor with the S-Pen. I attempted to press on the protector fairly hard with the S-Pen and also tried to make indentions into the film with my finger nails and was unable to do so.
At the current asking price of $4.50 for the kit with 3 SPs on Amazon I would not hesitate to recommend these SPs to anyone and would probably say that these may be the best bang for your buck screen protectors you can get right now. :good:
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Yea, I'd never heard of them before either, so I also wasn't expecting much. I must say though, I was pleasantly surprised! They also sent me a screen protector for my N7 FHD as well, as they saw in my sig that I had one. Have you installed yours yet? If you haven't yet, definitely use the hinge method! There is no room for error on install, as this screen protector really covers from every edge to edge!!
For those looking, definitely jump on that Amazon deal!! This morning I forgot that I even had a screen protector installed!! It truly is an incredible looking screen protector, because there is nothing to look at or see!!! Lol. I'm still in amazement over it! Like I said in the OP, I've been using screen protectors for a long time and this one is definitely the best!! There really isn't any competition to these!
The only negative, which is really a positive in my opinion, is that you must install it perfectly. I've said it before, but there really is no room for error as this screen protector covers everything!! You do get 3 in the package, so if you mess up on the first install you have 2 more tries. I got mine right on the first try, so as long as you're really careful then you can as well. I highly recommend using the hinge method though!! If you aren't sure what that is then watch some YouTube videos on how to do it and you'll be set!
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Yeah I installed them both last night. The Nexus 7s protector was more forgiving in it's fitment than the Note 3s IMO. The N3s SP was almost exact to the size of the screen inside the chrome bezel while the N7s left a little more room for play but since you gotta line up the camera and sensors into the small opening it made lining it up a little easier.
Link added to OP. I'll post it here also. 3 for less than $5!!!!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FR...film note 3&qid=1382465346&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
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So after a few days of use I'm just as happy as was the first day! Still looks perfect and swapping cases repeatedly hasn't bothered the edges of the screen protector! Still highly recommend these! You WILL be satisfied!!
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My Review
I have to agree with the OP. A great product with great screen coverage and feel. I received mine from techMatte a couple weeks ago:
Full Disclosure: TechMatte provided me a free sample to test
I am not normally a big fan of screen protectors for my phones. Mainly because it's just a hassle to put on and the screen just doesn't feel right as compared to the naked screen (and I can never get them lined up right).
CONTENTS: The pack I received had 3 screens along with a microfiber cloth, plastic card to squeeze out any bubbles, an installation manual, and hinge stickers (for installation).
INSTALLATION: Installation was very easy and it's a dry install. I'm a perfectionist (which is why I don't normally like putting on screen protectors) and the supplied stickers for the hinge method of installation (which was outlined in the installation manual) helped me actually get it lined up perfectly on my first try!
LOOK: Once installed it was perfectly clear. No discoloration that I could discern. There were three bubbles that I wasn't able to squeeze out immediately specifically because I missed really small pieces of lint. I was a little frustrated at first because I had thought I'd done well keeping it clean (note, I would have been better served installing in a more well lit room...I'm sure I missed them because I didn't have good lighting while installing)...but, they were really small so I figured I'd give it a little time.
I'm pleased, and surprised, to say that after a couple days those last few bubbles actually went away leaving a nice, clean, clear surface.
FEEL: As far as feel, a big question I had going into it was how would the screen feel under finger and, more importantly, under the stylus. I have a friend who has screen protector where it's very rubbery and every time he uses the stylus on his Note 2 there are grooves left behind. I can confidently say that this screen protector does not have that problem at all.
I also want to call out that the screen protector does not have an affect on the sensitivity of the screen either with your finger or with the stylus.
Under finger if I dig my nail in a bit, I can feel that it's a bit rubbery but just normal use it's smooth without any noticeable drag. It does feel slightly different from a naked screen, but it's still pleasant and not distracting at all (and I feel that I'm picky on feel).
As for the stylus, I was surprised again here. Right after it was installed there was a little bit of drag when I used the stylus but that quickly went away as I continued to use it. If your extremely picky (or if you have a heavy hand) you might notice a bit of a difference but I don't.
OVERALL: I'm absolutely sold on this screen protector and would recommend it to protect your screen. Installation was easy with the included supplies, the protector is very clear and, unless you know what you're looking for, unnoticeable once on (provided there aren't any bubbles), it doesn't alter the feel of the screen much, and doesn't affect the sensitivity at all either with your finger or stylus.
The only caution I would throw out is to be careful when installing to avoid any lint under the film. If you've done these kind of protectors before then you probably already know this.
I am currently using spigen crystal clear sp which are very good but a total fingerprint magnet. How are these sp with fingerprints?
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I am currently using spigen crystal clear sp which are very good but a total fingerprint magnet. How are these sp with fingerprints?
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It think it attracts a bit more than the naked screen (which is surprisingly resistant to fingerprints) , but it doesn't seem too bad to me. But...I don't have a lot of experience with different screen protectors. I can say it's better about fingerprints than the naked Nexus 4 and naked Note 1.
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I have this screen protector, and I havent taken it off to try any of the others I have. It's THAT good. Once you line it up against the fat bottom, just lay it down.
Had some dust, lifted it up and used tape on the screen protector, and put it back down. Now I have ZERO bubbles and it's fantastic. 100000% clarity too. 5 stars.
Description: The iSmooth HD for the Note 3 is a fairly standard dry application screen protector. It has a cutout for the Home button, and one on the top for the speaker, microphone, and camera.
Included:
Three (3) iSmooth HD Screen Protectors
Four (4) Dust Removers
Microfiber cloth
Pros:
Size - it's dimensions are spot-on.
Durability - I'm rough on my gadgets, and so far not a scratch or ding.
Cons:
The microfiber cloth isn't the greatest - has a tendency to accumulate dust.
Summary: A great screen protector. No issues here. 5 stars out of 5.
iSmooth Note 3 Screen Protector 1
iSmooth Note 3 Screen Protector 2
iSmooth Note 3 Screen Protector 3
iSmooth Note 3 Screen Protector 4
Thanks for the review. I had these on my S4 and absolutely loved it. It was extremely simple to put on and not a bubble anywhere. It was perfect.
They give you three but really only need one.
I recently ordered a cheap $8 glass one from eBay and will try that out. If it doesn't work out I'm only out $8 and will be going back to the iSmooth.
Great pictures also!
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I picked up 6 for $2 off ebay for the Idol 3.....they are easy to identify because they have a square notch cut out at the top for the camera....avoid these if you can...they are not a perfect fit and are slightly shorter than they need to be. If you align them to the top of the phone you will have a gap at the bottom AND you will have the camera blocked by the screen protector in spite of the notch which doesn't come down low enough. If you align to the bottom then obviously the top has a gap. This is especially an issue for THIS phone since it's fully reversible and in fact I use that mode in the car alot so that it will sit in the cup holder with the port on the top. The seller tried to state I'd applied it incorrectly but did not respond to my question of how it could be misapplied without one side or the other overlapping the end of the phone. It's minor but when you swipe down to get notification tray you'll brush your finger over the edge of the screen protector...this gives a spot that will trap grime and possibly pull the screen protector up if you catch it just right.
These were obviously cut before the phone was actually in their hands...so spend a few dollars more and skip the aggravation. I attached the same pics I sent the seller.
i bought an skinomi one on amazon for like 9 bucks 12$ in total with the shipping i have heard of skinomi being a good brand you can check this one out here http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00WL4V95I?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
as you can see it even leaves some holes for the sensors and the camera but covers the LED but i dont mind that though will make a new thread when it arrives and after i install it ill post some pics
I just received these screen protectors (3pcs for $2.18) and the cut is very precise. There are other size packs as well, with 2pcs for $1.78 up to 6pcs for $2.98. There is also a tempered glass one available for under $7 but it is sold out right now. Shipping is also very fast since the seller is in the US (I can't post links yet):
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These protectors have a circle-slot cutout for the camera and proximity sensor rather than the ones with the huge notch cutout from the top edge like some of the other cheap badly fitting ones I ordered before. The fit is so precise (virtually exact on the left and right edges, and less than 1mm on the top and bottom edges) that it's easy to align this protector since the glass has a very very slight lip going around the edge. The other ones on eBay and Amazon with the circle-slot cutout seem to go for about $5-6 for 3pcs, so these seem like a good deal and aren't that much more than the badly fitting huge notch ones.
The seller even pointed to this YouTube video for installation, which I thought was very clever:
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I taped from the top edge though, and then pulled the underside backing away from top just a little bit, then immediately flipped it over to apply the protector to the screen, then pulled the rest of the backing away from top to bottom underneath (instead of right to left shown in the video) to have as little chance as possible for dust to get in underneath.
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I just received these screen protectors (3pcs for $2.18) and the cut is very precise. There are other size packs as well, with 2pcs for $1.78 up to 6pcs for $2.98. There is also a tempered glass one available for under $7 but it is sold out right now. Shipping is also very fast since the seller is in the US (I can't post links yet):
w w w. e b a y. c o m /itm/141686264838?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=440825850956&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
These protectors have a circle-slot cutout for the camera and proximity sensor rather than the ones with the huge notch cutout from the top edge like some of the other cheap badly fitting ones I ordered before. The fit is so precise (virtually exact on the left and right edges, and less than 1mm on the top and bottom edges) that it's easy to align this protector since the glass has a very very slight lip going around the edge. The other ones on eBay and Amazon with the circle-slot cutout seem to go for about $5-6 for 3pcs, so these seem like a good deal and aren't that much more than the badly fitting huge notch ones.
The seller even pointed to this YouTube video for installation, which I thought was very clever:
w w w. y o u t u b e. c o m /watch?v=_oJX99p3kEc
I taped from the top edge though, and then pulled the underside backing away from top just a little bit, then immediately flipped it over to apply the protector to the screen, then pulled the rest of the backing away from top to bottom underneath (instead of right to left shown in the video) to have as little chance as possible for dust to get in underneath.
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www.ebay.com/itm/141686264838?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=4408 25850956&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
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The "wet application" method of some water with dish detergent in it seems to work well for applying as well. Much easier to "squeegee" some water out with a credit card into some paper towels then to try to work out air.
http://www.amazon.com/Mr-Shield-One...sim_107_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=0GQJRHD6PQC791ZS6A8T I'm using the Mr. Shield and it's fitment is pretty good. Could've been perhaps 1/32nd or 1/64th of an inch longer, but it'll do the job. As long as the glass doesn't get scratched, that's what's important.
Using a tempered glass since I got the phone, and it working really well. I'd say go with the glass protector.
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Using a tempered glass since I got the phone, and it working really well. I'd say go with the glass protector.
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Which one are you using? And how it's it holding up?
I also ordered a tempered glass one from ebay for $7-8 but have not yet applied it. I have not previously applied a glass one so I've been viewing vid's since applying them is different vs the flimsy ones.
How vital is it to use a screen protector for Idol 3? Is the glass not that strong? I have always used protectors on my Nexus phones and our iPad has one, too. But I don't use one on my Nexus tablets and haven't had a problem. If I'm carrying the Idol 3 in my pocket, are scratches likely?
Re: the Mr. Shield protectors, I'm considering ordering a set. I get the impression from their website and the instructional videos that they're the exact same protectors as the Halo Direct ones I've been using. Temporarily, I put a Nexus 4 Halo Direct protector on my Idol 3 screen, which doesn't give full coverage, of course. Because there's about 1/3" that isn't covered, I can see the contrast between the colors beneath the protector and those that aren't. There's a very slight dulling of the color using the protector, fwiw.
In any case, I'd sort of prefer to stop using protectors and cases. But as I just got this phone, and am not entirely sure I'll keep it beyond the 30 day return period (I do like it so far, even if it's a little sluggish, as billed), I want to make sure that it's eligible for a refund if that's what I end up wanting.
It looks like the whole screen protector needs to go down 1mm so the top and bottom will be symmetrical. Right now its too high its touching the camera.
You can also easily remove the dust and bubbles under your screen protector if you use the sticky side on scotch tape to pull them out
Hope that helps!
Just got a 3 pack of Mr. Shields from amazon. Good fit (they are a tad smaller than actual screen size, which kinda helps with install) and probably one of the easiest protectors I have ever put on. Went on with zero bubbles in the 1st try. Just used their tutorial video on the website. Recommended for $5.99 for a 3 pack with lifetime warranty.
thanks for the info, will get one too.
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The Mr. Shield ones fit fine, but I was very disappointed with how easily they got scratched.
Bought a 2 pack of soft screen protectors from Amazon from a company called RTlink Best. The protectors are too wide, they hang over the curved edges. Since they stick out a little they are constantly getting pulled off.
Came in a two pack and I'm going to try and cut off a sixteenth of an inch on both sides of the next one to see if it fits better. Would not buy again.
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Bought a 2 pack of soft screen protectors from Amazon from a company called RTlink Best. The protectors are too wide, they hang over the curved edges. Since they stick out a little they are constantly getting pulled off.
Came in a two pack and I'm going to try and cut off a sixteenth of an inch on both sides of the next one to see if it fits better. Would not buy again.
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Try the omton glass screen protector.
It fits perfectly with the actual screen area.