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I've just ordered an MDA Vario and it's going to take a little time to reach me (I'm not currently in the UK). Before it gets here I'm trying to work out which screen protector to buy. Has anyone tried the Invisible Shield protector? The material looks superb and I've read load of good things about their performance on iPods.
My current PDA is a Tungsten T3 and I have a Martin Fields screen protector on it. (MF protector for Wizard here).
I love the MF but am really interested in hearing experiences with the IS if anyone on these forums has tried it.
Yeah i want one too but was wondering, do they leave any marks when you peel them off afterwards? From the glue and stuff?
Quality screen protectors like Martin Fields and the IS should leave nothing behind after they're removed.
I think brando screen protector is not bad too. Im currently using it.
I have change 2 screen protector since I got my wizard.
- Expansys, Cant fit in properly. Bubble occur after stick in.
i've tried 3 different screen protectors, then i used pocketpctechs AG shield and i'm not gonna try anything else. It's perfect, reusable, no glue is used and installation is pretty simple. also it comes with screen cleaners and all that. highly recommended
For me brando's would be ok. I usually have the store person do the application since I can't do it on my own [I messed up 2 protectors when I tried doing it at home]. I'd say choose one that isn't adhesive but static that way no residue is left on the screen when you remove it. also most of them are washable/reusable... if you find a scratch on the side you use most often [i.e. the area along the SIP] just have it removed and re-installed reversed [not the face but the top and bottom].
The Brando ultraclear is OK. If you prefer a non-glossy one, the Brando regular is perfect (you will lose a bit of brightness).
I like www.boxwave.com 's version
They have a anti-glare, and a regular one, they are washable you can remove them and wash them under soap and water and reapply, they come with cloth cleaner, and a little scraper thing that helps get the bubbles out.
Here's a super cheap solution, and it works GREAT for me.
I went to Staples and bought a package of baseball card protector pages that are designed to fit into a 3-ring binder. The size of each card holder is just slightly larger than the screen on the MDA.
What I did was take a straight edge and X-Acto knife and cut a small piece of plastic that is a couple millimeters larger than the screen on each side. I simply tuck the plastic I've trimmed under the lip between the device and screen, and it holds in place just fine.
No adhesive, no mess, easy as pie, and the entire package of plastic sleeves was less than 3 bucks. It will surely last longer than the life of the device.
- Justin
Got my second Brando regular protector (first one wasn't returned when my magician was replaced). Fits perfect, very scratch-resistant & the anti-glare is very useful while navigating in the car.
Cheers, M
fone_fanatic said:
i've tried 3 different screen protectors, then i used pocketpctechs AG shield and i'm not gonna try anything else. It's perfect, reusable, no glue is used and installation is pretty simple. also it comes with screen cleaners and all that. highly recommended
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Same here.. I have used BoxWave, wich are also very good, but WriteShields from pocketpctechs are great.
I also had an "InvivibleShield" on my 8125 for a couple minutes. I installed it and saw that it was not plum on, so I went to take it off and reinstall.. When I removed it I thought I was going to pull my screen up with the protector. Stay away from those things... I then tested those claims they make on the website, about being indestructible. Pens had no trouble getting through, and scissors went through like soft butter.
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I bought a boxwave and was not happy with the glare free one. I have used them on my Treos and liked them, but the one that came for my wizard sucked. It really blurred the screen and made it look like a prism. Maybe it was defective, but I ended up buying another one from javoedge and I am quite happy with it.
just my $.02
greg
I also got an anti-glare from boxware, it does have issues however I emailed them about it and they are getting a new one that doesn't have the issues and they should have it in about a week. To make it even better they created a gift order for the new one for me.
I've tried a number of the commercial screen protectors in the past and wasn't happy with any of them. Of course, there is the ridiculous cost for a little piece of plastic.
The best solution I have found is to use clear vinyl sheeting that you can find at any fabric store, typically for a couple of dollars US per yard. Just cut to fit your screen, clean your screen, wash your hands and vinyl rectangle with liquid hand soap, shake off as much water as possible (but not all), and attach and smooth out bubbles.
Benefits:
- Minimal screen image degradation as compared to many commercial screen protectors
- No adhesives to gunk up the screen
- Lasts 6 months or so
- Easy to replace
- Costs about a nickle per cover
I also have the pocketpctechs write shield anti-glare.
Comes in a nice kit, can't tell its there when the screen is on.
http://www.pocketpctechs.com/main.asp?unit=Cingular_8125-559&area=home
I bought mine from www.nushield.com, but I haven´t been able to apply the first one to my screen.
I´ve used them on my Handspring Visor Edge and on my Himalaya with very good results, but on the Wizard, I just can´t get it installed. Will keep you posted!
Stefan out
Brando screen protector, Boxwave and Martin Fields are my favorites!
I've heard a lot about this Brando, but it is a bit too expensive for me for a piece of plastic. I think they are selling for GBP7+ in eBay. I wonder, is it so good? I've been looking for those 'card' type screen protector that is ultra easy to apply and bubble free because the protector itself feels like a card. Imagine, since the protector is like a card, it is impossible to get bubble under it. Anyone know where in the net I can get one card type for UK??
BTW, I've bought the 'Sensifilm' protector from eBay. It said many things, but of the two thing, antiglare and antiscractch is 100% bluff. Mine still give me glare and it has been scratched like mad with my stylus. Either the HTC is very bad in designing a stylus, or the screen protector is terribly weak. I think the weak protector is a more likely answer.
30$ for a screen protector. That is so silly. I got a protector for my psp for 6$ and it works great. Geez, pocketpctechs is a rip.
Cant i get some from a local store instead?
I can highly recommend Brando UltraClear too! Easy to attach, not visible when attached carefully, no reduction of brightness - display looks like without one (for those who do not like the reflection of the display: buy the Brando classic).
Regards
Carsten
Does the Invisibleshield cover the whole phone or is it just a screen protector?
It covers pretty much the entire rear and the screen. There is no cover for the 'frame' of the front.
IMHO It's very tough, quite tricky to put on the back (of an XDA Mini S with textured surface) and would have been better if it covered the exposed front parts (but I guess the various button and LEDs get in the way).
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The Invisible shield comes in two styles. One is for the whole phone the other just for the screen. I have a Cingular 8125 with the whole phone style. The kit comes in precut pieces which you apply to various areas of the phone. So it offers a fair amount of protection but does leave some gaps. The screen cover is the best I have ever used.
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Does the Invisibleshield cover the whole phone or is it just a screen protector?
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I had also seen these on Ebay and was wondering if anyone had used it.
The "infomercial" has sold me on it, but I really wanted to get some opinions from others who bought it and used it before I took the plunge.
So, even if just the screen protector does the job, it would be money well spent??
I had also seen these on Ebay and was wondering if anyone had used it.
The "infomercial" has sold me on it, but I really wanted to get some opinions from others who bought it and used it before I took the plunge.
So, even if just the screen protector does the job, it would be money well spent??
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I had also seen these on Ebay and was wondering if anyone had used it.
The "infomercial" has sold me on it, but I really wanted to get some opinions from others who bought it and used it before I took the plunge.
So, even if just the screen protector does the job, it would be money well spent??
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Yes, the screen protector is worth the money. I would suggest buying directly from their website. They do not charge for delivery as they do on ebay
invisible shields are THE BEST screen protectors hands-down. I have been using them for ipods, cameras, and all my phones. It's always the first accessory I buy. I'm using one on my 8125.
Easy to put on, doesnt scratch, STRONG, and wont leave a residue if you choose to remove it- which you never will do and it will never come off, either. Plus they have a lifetime guarantee. Highly recommended for any gadgets.
Best piece of gear hands down. I have the "Full Body" on my 8125 and just a screen protector on another. I bought direct since I live here in Salt Lake City, UT. As for somebody saying it never comes off once it is on us untrue. Just respray it and carefully lift an edge and it will come off. :wink:
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I just tried to put mine on today, and it didn't cover the entire screen. It's like alot of screen protectors that I've used in that it leaves a 1-2 millimeter gap around the edge. I decided not to use it, and opted to use my WriteShield screen protector that I got from PocketPCTechs. I've tried their AG and C* (clear) screen protectors, and the C* screen protector is the clearest screen protector I've ever seen. And it cover the entire screen of the 8125.
Having said that, I went ahead and put the rest of the InvisibleShield protectors on the rest of my 8125 and I like it. I've got and IS on my IPOD also, and it does a pretty good job.
However, removing is does leave some residue. Like the one for the 8125 the IPOD version comes in multiple sections, and I didn't like the placement of a the pieces that go over the circular sections of the IPOD, so I decided to remove them and maybe try to re-apply them. When I pulled them off, they left a gummy, glue like residue. I did manage to clean it up with some GooBGone. I'm not sure if I'll be able to re-apply those pieces or not since they are not "clear" any more. Maybe there's a way to wash them or something to clean them up.
I may have done something wrong (and if I have, someone please tell me what it was cause I realy like the IS for my IPOD), but I couldn't find anything on their website which gave any instuctions for removing.
Does the 1-2 mm gap around the edge really make a huge difference?
RE: Does the Invisibleshield cover the whole phone or the s
It does to me. Invariably I would always slide of the edge with the pen. Plus it's kinda noticible when you look at it. It's more of a personal thing really. If you're OK with it, then I think the protector that comes with the IS would be a really good one. I just like to have to whole screen covered.
You do know you can order the IS a custom size to fit your needs.
Here's my review of the Invisible Shield, which I installed onto my 8125 earlier this week.
The quality of the material is excellent. I have no doubts this will save my entire phone from bumps and bruises. However putting the stuff on left me hating and liking it at intervals during the "ordeal". Unless one has steady hands and lots of patience it would be nearly impossible to put the pieces on without getting your finger prints on the underside of each piece. The adhesive is seriously good.
I did manage to get all the pieces on, after about 90 minutes. I did have to rinse the screen cover several times in order to clean the underside of smudges left by my fingers. I also had to lift a corner once to take out a bubble that just would not come otherwise. Even at that I was not impressed with how the screen looked immediately after applying it. But now, 4 days later I have to say that the claims of the bubbles working themselves out over time are entirely accurate. The shield is now crystal clear and undoubtedly a good protective device.
The material also has the characteristic of making the phone very grippy. I like that about it. What I don't like so much is that there are many pieces, and you can feel the edge of each one when you hold or handle the phone. This is because the material is thick, and that helps to provide the protection, but it takes some getting used to. The grip can be felt when using the stylus as well, but fortunately the digitizer on the screen is very sensitive so a light touch works well, and this minimizes the drag created by the material.
My final impression is that the kit is worth the money. It will protect the phone from all but the most careless handling, or serious accident. It is nearly invisible and makes for a better, albeit edgy, grip. I wouldn't want to apply it again, but then I shouldn't have to given its toughness. Perhaps next time I'll pay someone else to apply it for me. ;o)
Invisible Shield
FYI. I purchased mine (full cover) for my 8125 at a mall kiosk. They guy asked me if I wanted him to install it as it is tricky.
I have little patience for such things (like airplane models), so I had him install it for $5 extra.
It was WELL WORTH IT!!! The install was top-notch and I am very, very happy.
Could someone post the picture (front, back, side) of the MDA or 8125 with invisibleshield in it. I know that it might be difficult to see it clearly since the shield is almost invisible. Could someone put some arrows in the picture on where the shield is applied. I would like to see which area gets covered before buying it. TIA.
I contacted the seller and asked for the picture. But they don't have it.
Also, once you apply the invisibleshield, can you safely carry the MDA naked in a purse together with all kinds of stuff such as keys, pens, notes, etc?
I'd like to see some photos as well
R
rob61280 said:
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Yea me too but looks like nobody has any picture worth looking
Well not really a review but I've been using this on my hero for a few months and thought I'd share some thoughts about it.
What is a Zagg Invisible shield?
The invisible shield is a screen or full body transparent plastic film that you apply on your phone to keep it safe from scratches.
Price: 25 usd for the full body
15 usd for just the screen coverage.
More info: zagg.com (new user so I can't post a link)
Why did I buy this?
When I first got my Hero I wanted to keep it safe so I first bought a Golla universal pouch. When I got home and tried it out the hero was a few millimeters to big so I had to modify the pouch a bit (made a cut on the short side). Even then it was a big hassle to remove it from the pouch every time I needed the phone. Then I saw the invisible shield on a site and decided to try it out.
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Applying the shield
After watching the installation movies and reading the instructions I started applying it. You apply it by spraying a liquid they provided on the sticky part of the film and then sticking the film on the hero. After that you use the supplied squeegee to even it out.
The flat parts were easy to apply, like the screen and some pieces around it. The bottom part (around the buttons and trackball) were a bit harder since you have to bend it around the corners. However this was pretty easy compared to the backplate. It might just have been my rough handling but I got some creases around the curved parts and corner.
4/5 points
Look and feel
The shield makes the phone look almost gloss black (I have the urban brown version). First when the shield is applied you will probably have some air bubbles below the plastic film but they disappear after about a week.
The shield on the backside makes the phone very grip-able, however the Hero's original grip is fine as it is.
3,5/5 points
After a few months usage
I've been using it for about 5-6months now and I'm satisfied with the shield. It protects good, no scratches on the shield at least but I haven't looked under it for obvious reasons. The screen shield have a few more creases now that wont be smoothened out, basically the shield is durable against scratches but not pressure along the screen, then creases appear. However if I didn't have the shield those creases would probably by big nasty scars in the screen instead. The top part of the front of the phone (above the HTC logo) didn't stick as good as the other parts so it collected dust under it so I removed it. You might want to change the parts or the whole shield after 10-12months of usage.
4/5 points
Conclusion
If you want good protection without getting a bulky case for your phone, you should seriously consider this shield.
Total:
11,5/15 points
is it hard to apply the shield on, and i always get air bubbles, will it leave a mark if you have to remove it?
The application of the shield was pretty simple, spray on a special liquid (supplied) - apply - smooth things out with a squeegee (supplied). No air bubbles whatsoever, there was some at first but they disappeared after a week. There are no marks after it either, just some dust/glue that you can easily remove with a cloth.
The biggest problem I had with the invisible shield was on the chin. The part that covers the trackball, I understood where it needed to crease, but it would not stay put on the creased part. After I put the rest of the shield onto the phone I ended up taking a piece of tape and putting it on that part and leaving it overnight, this proved to work fine.
I'm not sure if I like the glossy black look myself, especially after having gotten used to the way the phone looked, having had it since August. The glaring problem is that it is obvious where, especially on the back, where the invisible shield ends and the rest of the phone begins, as there are a few parts that are not completely covered.
I do plan on using it for a few more weeks, although I think I may decide to try to remove the back invisible shield and just leave the front components (the part I'm really the most worried about anyways. Not too shabby with my 75% RadioShack employee discount.
It takes one sentence:
Anti-Scratch, and nothing else.
Rearth seems to have wanted to please, as they offer free two day shipping and even include a coupon voucher in the box. They also send a thank you note (for buying their product), which is thoughful.
The product itself is packaged in a odd container, as it requires you to rip off a top piece then pull out a slip within the container. It is a neat design, and, again, makes you think that they left no detail out in trying to impress you.
However, then you actually use the screen protector.
Like most screen protectors, it comes with front and back backing to protect it in shipping. To pull these off, there are little tabs attached to these backings. However, the tabs peel off easier than the backing comes off the shield, so it's extremely annoying to try to get these protective layers off. Once these are off, applying it is like any other protector.
Now, after it is finally on the product, you start to notice some flaws. Firstly, although it proclaims that it is anti-glare on the package, it is not in the smallest amount. Secondly, it is an extreme dust magnet. Leaving it on the counter allows it to get as bad as possible, and using it leaves smudges. It's even more susceptible than the bare glass itself, which astounds me.
The only good thing about this product is that it's cheap ($9 for 2) and, this early on, is one of the only screen protectors for this phone right now.
If you do end up buying it, use code weare2cool for 15% off at checkout.
I've been searching for a while, and have come across dozens of threads complaining about the Defender's screen protector (and I agree..they suck, lol), or whether this protector or that protector will work with the Otterbox...but nothing yet of the durability of the tempered glass screen protectors in place of the entire Otterbox case altogether.
I had gone years and years without running any cases at all without an issue, and only started running basic plastic screen protectors on my last few phones. I'd swap out the protectors every month or so when they got scratched up, and I was perfectly happy with that setup.
Then I got a S4 Active last year...put my plastic protector on it, and broke the screen within the first week. Got it warranteed out due to water intrusion, and broke the screen on the replacement phone within about 12 hours. I got nervous going forward, and immediately put an Otterbox Defender on my Note 3 when I got it a couple months ago (like literally, took it out of the Samsung box, and straight into an Otterbox, lol). I had read about dust intrusion issues with the Otterbox, and thus left the factory "protector" on the screen...and glad I did, because this thing has sucked in all kinds of dust and crap into it. Seems like I'm pulling it apart every couple of weeks to clean it out, and now (not surprisingly), the rubber outer is a loose fit.
The other problem now is that I've wanted to get the Samsung home dock, which won't work with the Otterbox installed (and from what I'm gathering, virtually every other case is going to be an issue). I tried adding the wireless phone back...nope, doesn't fit with the Otterbox. Decent car dock other than the "fits absolutely everything!!!" $20 garbage universal car mounts? Nope...doesn't go wide enough for the Otterbox. Tried adding one of the 5-in-1 adapters to get HDMI out and USB host...nope, doesn't fit with the Otterbox installed...and taking the phone out multiple times means the rubber outside fits less and less every time....
In my case, I couldn't care less if the sides/back of the phone gets dinged up/scratched, as it's a work phone that gets turned in when we upgrade so resale value means absolutely nothing to me. Keeping dust out obviously isn't something the Defender is good at. So it's basically just a very oversized screen protector to me now.
So...as far as breakage protection goes, how does the tempered glass protectors compare to something like the Defender case, or other similar bulky plastic cases go? I'm really thinking about just dumping the Otterbox altogether, putting on a tempered glass protector, and calling it good. If it means anything, I don't consider price to be an issue. I'll gladly dump $100 into a protector if it saves my phone from a drop.
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I've been searching for a while, and have come across dozens of threads complaining about the Defender's screen protector (and I agree..they suck, lol), or whether this protector or that protector will work with the Otterbox...but nothing yet of the durability of the tempered glass screen protectors in place of the entire Otterbox case altogether.
I had gone years and years without running any cases at all without an issue, and only started running basic plastic screen protectors on my last few phones. I'd swap out the protectors every month or so when they got scratched up, and I was perfectly happy with that setup.
Then I got a S4 Active last year...put my plastic protector on it, and broke the screen within the first week. Got it warranteed out due to water intrusion, and broke the screen on the replacement phone within about 12 hours. I got nervous going forward, and immediately put an Otterbox Defender on my Note 3 when I got it a couple months ago (like literally, took it out of the Samsung box, and straight into an Otterbox, lol). I had read about dust intrusion issues with the Otterbox, and thus left the factory "protector" on the screen...and glad I did, because this thing has sucked in all kinds of dust and crap into it. Seems like I'm pulling it apart every couple of weeks to clean it out, and now (not surprisingly), the rubber outer is a loose fit.
The other problem now is that I've wanted to get the Samsung home dock, which won't work with the Otterbox installed (and from what I'm gathering, virtually every other case is going to be an issue). I tried adding the wireless phone back...nope, doesn't fit with the Otterbox. Decent car dock other than the "fits absolutely everything!!!" $20 garbage universal car mounts? Nope...doesn't go wide enough for the Otterbox. Tried adding one of the 5-in-1 adapters to get HDMI out and USB host...nope, doesn't fit with the Otterbox installed...and taking the phone out multiple times means the rubber outside fits less and less every time....
In my case, I couldn't care less if the sides/back of the phone gets dinged up/scratched, as it's a work phone that gets turned in when we upgrade so resale value means absolutely nothing to me. Keeping dust out obviously isn't something the Defender is good at. So it's basically just a very oversized screen protector to me now.
So...as far as breakage protection goes, how does the tempered glass protectors compare to something like the Defender case, or other similar bulky plastic cases go? I'm really thinking about just dumping the Otterbox altogether, putting on a tempered glass protector, and calling it good. If it means anything, I don't consider price to be an issue. I'll gladly dump $100 into a protector if it saves my phone from a drop.
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Ok so first off...
If your interested in wireless charging, you can indeed get wireless charging without buying a new backplate. Myself and several others here on XDA use this one.
It installs on top of your battery UNDER your current backplate.
Tempered screen protectors are awesome. They will protect your screen against smashing, falls, chips, etc... They will not protect your bezel, backplate, corners, etc.
My suggestion to you is this.
Get this tempered glass screen protector, and it's no where near $100.00
Get this ultra slim case also
Or get this Bumper instead of a case
The Spigen case is one of the thinest, best looking slim cases I have ever seen. Another one would be the Note 3 Neo Hybrid, search on Amazon for it. What I'm getting at is that you should have SOME protection at very least from small or moderate drops. These cases will minimize the damage, or completely save your phone while not adding any size or bulk to it. I have that tempered glass screen protector. It's very well made and is like a rock.
*Keep in mind you will need a Qi Wireless charger pad if you purchase that wireless receiver for your Note 3. They are all over Amazon and are very inexpensive. All these accessories I have mentioned will work with wireless charging quite fine. Here is the one for my Note 3.
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Hope this helps, good luck
Cool, thanks!
Ordered that glass screen protector yesterday, and was looking at some of the wireless charging options. I had tried a couple of those add in coils with my S4 Active, but didn't like that they all bulged the back cover causing it to unsnap...I figured the Samsung charging back was actually the perfect solution. It's really not a big deal now, as my original intention was to go wireless to get around the problems with the Otterbox case. Though I may still go back down that road, as I'm seeing a few car mounts being released with wireless charging built in now.
Am gonna order this case from amazon as soon as I get it I will post review
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H9Y5PYG/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2CKSBAXB5C1MY
I have a Spigen Tempered Glass protector, and numerous types of cases for protection.
I stupidly one day wasn't using a case, and my phone fell out of my shorts pocket and hit the ground. Hard. Screen down. I was very scared. I flipped it over, and the screen was fine, but the edge of the lower part of the phone, the chrome plastic surround was dented and a small corner of the protector cracked a tiny bit.
The protector definitely saved the screen but my phone is now dented. It has not been without a case since.
If you don't want something big but still want great bumper and shock protection try diztronic TPU cases. You can remove the phone all the time, it doesn't stretch out, and it looks great. If you want a slightly bigger case, UAG make great one price durable cases similar to Otterbox but they don't stretch. Spigen also has a great Slim Armor case if you want something larger, but not bulky.
Also, get a Tempered Glass protector. Obviously.
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