I thought these phones where supposed to have gorilla glass. I just got my phone Sunday and have been very careful not to scratch the screen. I.e., only putting it in my pocket with nothing else in it etc etc. I haven't installed a screen protector yet because i wanted to be sure i was keeping it but last night i discover a hairline scratch about an inch long right in the middle of the screen *WTF!* any body else having any scratch issues?
typed from my shiny new white sgs3 waiting for DD to get one
Any change you had any in your pocket? Just a single grain of quartz crystal (incredibly common in sand and dirt) has no problem scratching glass, even GG. If you're near sand or even have dirt on your hands, a screen protector is a must have.
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Gorilla glass is very scratch resistant to some things and can be easily scratched by other things like sand. Also, there can be inferior quality gorilla glass produced at times. My Transformer Prime scratched easier then plexiglass when I first got it, and was able to get it replaced under warranty. It had hundreds of scratches on it from just using the cleaning cloth. Now after 5 months of use I still haven't been able to scratch it yet, and I am much less careful with it now.
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It must have happened while i was at work but just hadn't noticed it until i looked at it at night. Oh well, I've got some ghost armour on it now and unless you look for it is not noticeable.
typed from my shiny new white sgs3 waiting for DD to get one
A buddy of mine had an S2 and he was super rough with it and never got a scratch on the screen. I have the S3 and he just got one, and so far no issues.
As other said, some things are more abrasive, I tend to have keys and a security card/clip in my pockets and swap phone in pockets back and forth and no issues so far.
I make sure there is nothing in my pocket at all. I must have had a piece of dirt or sand on my finger while i was at work.
typed from my shiny new white sgs3 waiting for DD to get one
With my S2 I had no issues and I never played attention to what I had in my pocket. I just got a S3 no issues so far
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Here's my Captivate after 22 months without a screen protector. Only a single tiny scratch on it visible from one angle, and it's recent, now that I let my toddler use my old phone all the time now I've got my S3.
Not taking chances this time, though. Got a $0.99 Skinomi (wet application) on my S3, but I don't like the feel of it or that my TPU case cause it to peel up on the edges, so I'll be replacing it with the new Spigen Curved Crystal (dry), when it's finally available at amazon.
Took some pictures of my old Captivate to try and showcase the few scratches on it (for a possible Ebay sale):
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jaliscojorge said:
I thought these phones where supposed to have gorilla glass. I just got my phone Sunday and have been very careful not to scratch the screen. I.e., only putting it in my pocket with nothing else in it etc etc. I haven't installed a screen protector yet because i wanted to be sure i was keeping it but last night i discover a hairline scratch about an inch long right in the middle of the screen *WTF!* any body else having any scratch issues?
typed from my shiny new white sgs3 waiting for DD to get one
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I dropped my phone three days after getting it - and got several long cracks in the screen - this NEVER happened with my EPIC 4G which I could throw around like it was brick and it wouldn't crack -scratch or whatever -
Yes - I had insurance - but I was shocked to find the TMOBILE Replacement experice for damaged phones was absolutely HORRIBLE - they didn't even have a replacement phone in stock for me - I understand it's a new phone - but they didn't even try to help - just said - tough luck - we'll let you know when we get a replacement in - When I was with Sprint that NEVER happened - break a phone and it was replaced as soon as I walked in and explained what happened
Sorry - I digress from the original thought of this thread - Gorrilla Glass - Sadly it seems to be a very weak gorrilla - GREAT PHONE - just be very careful with the glass
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Here's my Captivate after 22 months without a screen protector. Only a single tiny scratch on it visible from one angle, and it's recent, now that I let my toddler use my old phone all the time now I've got my S3.
Not taking chances this time, though. Got a $0.99 Skinomi (wet application) on my S3, but I don't like the feel of it or that my TPU case cause it to peel up on the edges, so I'll be replacing it with the new Spigen Curved Crystal (dry), when it's finally available at amazon.
Took some pictures of my old Captivate to try and showcase the few scratches on it (for a possible Ebay sale):
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I was looking at those screen protectors on ebay today for $13.99.
Let me know how it works.
I saw another one that was cut right before it curves, right now I have a dry one, but the edges won't stick. So ima order the curve ones or the smaller ones.
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Technically, its Gorilla Glass 2.
I dragged my keys across my GSIII screen to to show my mom that she wouldn't need a screen protector on her Galaxy Nexus (also has Gorilla Glass). No scratches here!!
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I was looking at those screen protectors on ebay today for $13.99.
Let me know how it works.
I saw another one that was cut right before it curves, right now I have a dry one, but the edges won't stick. So ima order the curve ones or the smaller ones.
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FYI - I have always used the ZAGG Screen protector - and for this phone they have an HD Version which is awesome. ONce installed - you can't tell it's there - feels as smooth as glass and comes with a lifetime warrenty - they are more expensive - but in my mind - well worth the expense.
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FYI - I have always used the ZAGG Screen protector - and for this phone they have an HD Version which is awesome. ONce installed - you can't tell it's there - feels as smooth as glass and comes with a lifetime warrenty - they are more expensive - but in my mind - well worth the expense.
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Thanks, I've tried Zaggs, but I don't like any that you need a wet application. Certain angles you see like a orange peel or lines.
At least from what I've seen on my phone and my friends. If I can see that then it bugs me.
Do you see that on yours?
I think I'm going to order these http://www.ebay.com/itm/280886599063?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
The ones with the curves don't seem like they are going to work for me.
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No issue or problem with my display.
I had zag on my vibrant but after a while i just didn't like the look and orange peel feeling so i uninstalled it and went with ghost armour from one of those mall kiosks. I like the feel better than the zagg but I haven't seen the HD version yet. I'll have to look into those even though I have a lifetime warranty minus a $5 charge for installation for what i have now but i really like the smooth feeling of my finger sliding directly on the glass.
typed from my white sgs3 hungry for some Zen
@mocsab LOLOL they wouldnt replace it because YOU dropped your phone. No company would just flat out gift you another one, especially with such a sought after device
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Thanks, I've tried Zaggs, but I don't like any that you need a wet application. Certain angles you see like a orange peel or lines.
At least from what I've seen on my phone and my friends. If I can see that then it bugs me.
Do you see that on yours?
I think I'm going to order these http://www.ebay.com/itm/280886599063?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
The ones with the curves don't seem like they are going to work for me.
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For what its worth - ZAGG has a new dry version that doesn't require water - they go on easily and get the same lifetime guarantee - sounds like I am selling Zagg - don't mean to - but I do like the quality they offer. At the end of the day - they all are not that different from each other - get one you like - I am sure it will be fine.
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I dragged my keys across my GSIII screen to to show my mom that she wouldn't need a screen protector on her Galaxy Nexus (also has Gorilla Glass). No scratches here!!
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FWIW the Gnex doesn't have gorilla glass.
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Gorilla Glass 2... More resistant to scratching, but easier to shatter. So, I'm not sure the logic behind this decision with Samsung. It seems that people have more problems with screen shattering than scratching.
But, I say with Gorilla Glass, ditch the screen protectors and snatch up cases to help prevent shattering.
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I have a question for all of you who are using shields for our device, from your experience which one is the best?
I mean the most scratch resistant but whitout affecting the sensibility of the touch screen.
I have these 3 models in mind:
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/htc-touch-pro-2-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php - Zagg's invisible shield which is the most expensive
http://www.bodyguardz.com/content/accessories/26---2249.htm - Bodyguardz which is the same price as Zagg's but offers 2 sets
http://www.gadgetshieldz.com/att-ti...nvisible-shields-screen-protectors-skins.html - the cheapest one
May help
I am sorry but I personally have no experience with Bodyguardz what-so-ever. I have used an invisible shield on an iPhone, but it was a very short time. However, I have a GadgetShieldz installed on my Tilt 2 and had one on two of my Fuze's. I think for the price the GadgetShieldz has been a great investment, but do be warned with any of these the screen (I imagine the other two are like this) will have a "drag". With the stock screen protect your finger fluidly slides around. With the GadgetShieldz I do tend to apply more pressure because my skin drags with the surface of the shield, but my screen is still very responsive and works just as it did without. I use the Swype keyboard for my input method and once I adjust to the shield it was like normal. Using the stylus is a bit harder because you cannot simply drag it, but if you learn the right amount of pressure needed this is not an issue.
The back is still kind of slick but better than stock, and I feel less worried now setting my phone down not so scared that it will scratch up that shiny back, ya know!
At 6.99 I recommend the product! There was a 15% off code on my thread also.
Edit: Please check this thread there is a 15% and 20% code posted! Enjoy!
I know about the discount, I posted the 20% one
But the main problem is that is only made for carriers branded phones and not for the unbranded european T7373 which I have
Zagg had 50% off EVERYTHING about a week ago, but I decided I don't need the shield since it's just FRONT & BACK.
So what more did you wanted if full body coverage is not enough? If you check the photo you'll see that on the back shield it has also side protection, at least that's what I understand http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/htc-touch-pro-2-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
I saw that promotion on Zagg but from what I read the invisible shield somehow makes the tocuh screen harder to use, it tends to be more rubberish
I have not tried Bodyguardz either but I've tried Invisiblesheild on many of my phones and currently have the Gadgetshieldz on my Tilt 2. At the moment I have the Invisiblesheild on my Fuze. I was just holding both phones and trying to feel the difference between the two. To be quite honest the only difference I've noticed is the the Invisiblesheild is a little more "grippy" than the Gadgetshieldz. Other than that there is not much of a difference.
The Gadgetsheildz was less than $6 (with shipping) while the Invisiblesheild was almost $30. I would go with a couple of Gadgetshieldz.
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To be quite honest the only difference I've noticed is the the Invisiblesheild is a little more "grippy" than the Gadgetshieldz.
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By grippy you refer to the back side?
And could you please post some pictures of the GadgetShieldz installed?
what about best skins ever, they only cost like 6 bucks
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By grippy you refer to the back side?
And could you please post some pictures of the GadgetShieldz installed?
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No, as a whole the Invisiblesheild is more grippy. Front, back, sides, all.
Here are some pics of my Tilt2 with the Gagdetsheildz and my Fuze with Invisiblesheild.
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Don't get the Invisiblesheild!
I also purchased the Invisiblesheild for the Tilt2 as well, which came in yesterday. I noticed that the Invisiblesheild DOES NOT provide protection for the front sides. The Gadgetsheildz does. This is pathetic. It costs almost 5 times as much and it doesn't cover some of the most easily damaged areas? Eff that!
Seriously, do yourself a favor and go with the gadgetsheldz, I'm going to complain to Invisiblesheilds.
Best of both worlds
I have found the option that is working best for me
I am using phantom skinz for full body and reuseable screen protector for the screen.
I was planning to put phantom skinz on the screen as well, but once i applied it on the back cover i didn't want to have the draggy feeling on the screen so i went with stock screen protector. I also got reusable PET screen protectors like the Boxwave ones for smooth screen feel.
The other think that i was worried about phantom skinz(and invisible shields, bodyguradz etc) is removing it from the delicate resistive tp2 screen.
So for me phantom skin for body + PET screen protector for screen works out to be perfect.
Hope this helps
Thanks deeken for the pictures, it looks really nice with the GadgetShieldz, I'm definetly going to buy 2 of these in case I don't get it wright from the first attempt, but that would still be chaper than anything else, also using the 20% coupon.
The only problem is they release a shield for the standard model which I have
I declare myself satisfied and convinced with GadgetShieldz.
Zagg
Been using zag product from every new device i buy. 3 Reason why
1)life time warranty
2)The case can take a beating and never show that it been threw a lot. had my zagg shield on since i bought my device back in October and people alway say to me
"you should get a case for this phone before it get scratches up did you just get it?"(They cant notice the protective plastic).
3)It's worth the money, buying cheap plastic protective for your phone over and over again going to add up to the price of 1 zagg case.
I see alot of people saying that the zagg do not cover your entire phone. All i have to say is what are you talking about??
MightyCrys said:
So what more did you wanted if full body coverage is not enough? If you check the photo you'll see that on the back shield it has also side protection, at least that's what I understand http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield/htc-touch-pro-2-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
I saw that promotion on Zagg but from what I read the invisible shield somehow makes the tocuh screen harder to use, it tends to be more rubberish
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It dont make the touch screen harder to use, i have no problem with the stylish nor my fingers. i can use my screen with the slightest touch of a peace of paper,pen, cotten, food you name it i tired it. life time warranty why not take the risk of testing anything out lol
deeken said:
I also purchased the Invisiblesheild for the Tilt2 as well, which came in yesterday. I noticed that the Invisiblesheild DOES NOT provide protection for the front sides. The Gadgetsheildz does. This is pathetic. It costs almost 5 times as much and it doesn't cover some of the most easily damaged areas? Eff that!
Seriously, do yourself a favor and go with the gadgetsheldz, I'm going to complain to Invisiblesheilds.
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It does provide protection for the front side. My whole T-mobile touch pro 2 cover with the shield. I guess u can't see the cut out that they made when u receive it or you probably just purchase the back protection not the the full protection.
BeEazy10 said:
It does provide protection for the front side. My whole T-mobile touch pro 2 cover with the shield. I guess u can't see the cut out that they made when u receive it or you probably just purchase the back protection not the the full protection.
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There is NO SIDE PROTECTION for the AT&T Tilt 2. I have this thing in my hand and I can tell you for a fact that they skimped out for the Tilt 2. The cutout is only 3 pieces. One for the front and 2 for the back. Nothing for the sides. I called them on Thursday and complained about this. They customer service rep said he will send an email to the developers to see why they neglected to provide coverage for the sides.
As I stated in my earlier posts I have been using Invisiblesheilds for several of my devices. They are expensive and not worth the money in my opinion. As far as lifetime warranty, you could get 3 gadgetsheildz (which is almost 1/2 the price of one Invisiblesheild) which should last you the life of the phone.
there is no side protection for the verizon touch pro2 either. zagg stated that some people complained about issues removing it when it covered the sides or something like that? so they cut off the surround protection on a lot of the american versions (if not all of them)
i got the bestskinsever.com shield for my sprint touch pro 2 and here are my comments:
- the back cover shield is very nicely done. it covers it edge to edge and has cutouts for all mic holes and the big section of speaker holes in the middle.
- the front pieces are much more problematic and i'm not sure what they were thinking.
the front comes in four pieces plus the screen. I didn't use the screen part so can't comment on that.
the top piece (above the screen) look like it is cut to cover the front surface of the top frame since it is shaped to fit exactly around the curve of the screen. however, it is just a bit longer than necessary so they hang like 1mm over the edge if you put it right up against the edge of the screen. this overhang is too little to stay in place if you bend it down onto the side. i ended up trying a few different positions and ended up shifting it down further onto the side, just above the power button (there is no cutout for the button), but this leaves a gap between the screen and the shield on the front and most of the top is left uncovered except for the sliver between the button and the edge.
the bottom piece has similar problems. you can tell that they only want you to have a slight 2mm overhang over the edge because there is a cutout for the mic right there which would not reach the mic if you placed it flush with the screen. again, there is an exposed gap between the screen and shield and also of the bottom side of the phone.
there are two long, narrow rectangular pieces for the sides. again, they are not wide enough to fully cover the side frame area. if put flush to the screen, they leave a lot of side exposed. i ended up putting it somewhat in the middle. i also had problems positioning them to fit properly between the top and bottom pieces because they are too narrow to stay down when using water. i had to do them over and over and ended up trimming the ends a bit with scissors, but still ended up with some gaps between the top and bottom.
there is really no protection on the corners of the phone on the front side, which is really the most critical for protecting against drops. the tiny bit of overhang on the front pieces are too small to stay down when using the soap and water application method so i had to peel them and start over several times using no water, so they are already not sticking well and are coming off in the corners. the multiple pieces that are hard to position exactly flush with each other and the fact that they do not fit to the edges of the front seams add many more "edges" where there should be none and this really ruins the smooth tactile feel of the phone.
so, i like the back but the design of the front pieces is bad. I'll be providing feedback to them and hopefully they can revise their design.
I haven't tried the others, but am fairly happy with the BodyGuardz. The fit on the Tilt2 is excellent. I recently removed the BodyGuardz screen protector and put on a non-glare screen protector from BoxWave. I didn't find the "rubbery" feel of the BodyGuardz was a problem at all for using the touch screen, I just wanted a less glossy screen.
After two months, the side pieces (that cover the chrome bezel on my Tilt2) are starting to come loose at the corners, and I trim them a little bit as they do so. It's probably due to carrying the phone in my pocket most of the time. I'd like to get a Seidio spring clip holster, but it looks like the one they're currently selling is for the CDMA Rhodiums.
I still have the second set of BodyGuardz protectors, I'll probably wait until I find a good holster and then put them on.
ordered my Zagg Full body 2 days ago, was 35% Off
Does anyone know where to get some decent quality and decent price screen protectors? The ones at AT&T and Best Buy are wayyyy overpriced.
I never liked screen protectors, but Naked Shield on ebay is about $2 per, and work very well.
The gorilla glass on these SGS phones are fantastic. I still have my Captivate that is now a year old and the glass cleans up like new. Never had a shield of any sort on it. It lived in my pocket unless I was using it. Now it lives in my wifes purse now that I have the GSII
No Need...
There really is no need for any type of screen protector at all! I started using them back with my Captivate for a short period of time. But after the viewing quality was just irritaing be and taking away from that Super AMOLED goodness I ripped it off and never looked back. I have never had an issue with not having one, no scratches or degridation of quality and even a better finger swipe response because there is nothing hindering it or causing that "Stickyness" that some sreen protectors have. So I would ditch the screen protector idea and you wont be sorry. Just keep a nice soft lint free cloth/towel nearby to wipe finger prints and face oils from calling and things will be nothing but beautiful for you! Trust me coming from the Infuse where screen is all that phone was for me...It was very manageable and just awesome!
Waiting for realook to make one for the At&t model. Pretty much unnoticeable and retains the glassy look and feel. Loved it on the Captivate.
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The gorilla glass on these SGS phones are fantastic. I still have my Captivate that is now a year old and the glass cleans up like new. Never had a shield of any sort on it. It lived in my pocket unless I was using it. Now it lives in my wifes purse now that I have the GSII
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Same here...Dumped screen protectors. I took key to the glass in the corner and could not scratch it so I figure with normal use and pocket change it should be fine. My captivate never had a single scratch on the glass. The edges may get a nick or two but its a phone not a work of art. Buy the time I pay for good cases and screen protectors I could sell the phone for $50-75 less than the going rate and still be way ahead in a year.
But "fear sells" and they get a lot of money for a clear piece of "special" plastic. Spend the money on an extra Samsung battery and desk charger....
i used a leftover inspire screen protector. it fits perfectly and flushed cuts off right below the earpiece.
BodyGuardz has come out with their screen protector. I'm not trying to blatantly peddle their product, but I honestly think its important. It really depends on how anal you are about scratches. I'm ok with them on the body/sides but not on the screen. I've used it on my iPhone 3gs and it is still in perfect condition. Also, I there wasnt any loss of quality on my 3gs (no comments for the S II yet).
Gorilla Glass will scratch. Its selling point is that it is less likely to break not that it prevents scratches.
With that said, I bought just a screen protector and not a full body skin.
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BodyGuardz has come out with their screen protector. I'm not trying to blatantly peddle their product, but I honestly think its important. It really depends on how anal you are about scratches. I'm ok with them on the body/sides but not on the screen. I've used it on my iPhone 3gs and it is still in perfect condition. Also, I there wasnt any loss of quality on my 3gs (no comments for the S II yet).
Gorilla Glass will scratch. Its selling point is that it is less likely to break not that it prevents scratches.
With that said, I bought just a screen protector and not a full body skin.
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what wud be the best screen protector on bodygaurds? lol i cant make up my mind hahah
Classic Clear ScreenGuardz
HD Anti-glare ScreenGuardz
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UltraTough Clear ScreenGuardz (Wet Apply)
SGP released their's today.. AT&T have Moshi for $25.
i wish they would release the neo hybrid ex for att that would be awesome
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SGP released their's today.. AT&T have Moshi for $25.
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how are moshi screen protectors :3 is it just 1 piece for $25 :#?
Its really hard to tell from these pictures but this is the screen from my captivate. It may look like the glass is shattered but actually it is near flawless. Its the lcd that is damaged. The only scratches on the glass are on the top of the screen(the little white lines).
This phone was kinda my test dummy for a handlebar holder on my motorcycle. The first time i dropped it on my bike it fell out of my pocket on the highway at night about 100mph. I felt it fall out but couldnt find it at night. Went back the next day and found the phone and the battery not the back cover. Put the battery in and it turned right on...it rained quite a bit that morning too. The screen was still flawless.
The second time i had the phone in the handlebar holder vertically recording a ride. It fell out after coming down from a small wheelie at maybe 80. I turned around searched for a minute and found it...it was still recording. I have the video. Screen still flawless. This fall was the only time i had a rubber case on. Thats why batt didnt fall out
The last fall was on a highway again at night...i love night rides. I was flying at about 140ish and i felt the phone hit me after falling from the holder i tried to save it to no avail. Looked forever. Went back the next day walked the side and found all the seperate pieces(batt,phone,cover). This time the lcd was broke from the fall. But as you can see the gorilla glass is still like perfect. The few tiny scratches at the top came from this fall...whoopdie doo. The phone still works i was able to use another captivate and simultaneously do the steps to get my busted one in recovery and mount usb to get my info.
Long story short samsung phones frickin rule and so does gorilla glass. I didnt mention the times of other random falls and even throws from frustration and also working construction. I will be buying a new digitalizer for the cappy sometime and keeping that bad boy as a worthy backup.
Am i putting a screen protector on this slick beautiful screen of the sgs2...i think not!
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how are moshi screen protectors :3 is it just 1 piece for $25 :#?
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No clue on the quality but it should be one of the best. Seems like most of their products are "premium" price. I only used their trackguard/palmguard and keyboard guard for my MacBook Air, other than that I haven't tried their screen protectors.
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what wud be the best screen protector on bodygaurds? lol i cant make up my mind hahah
Classic Clear ScreenGuardz
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I went with the "UltraTough Clear ScreenGuardz (Wet Apply)." I'm not sure how the dry vs. wet will turn out, but I'm more used to the wet application.
I believe the first two are more for visual and acetic appeal as opposed to shear protection. The last two should provide the best level of protection.
If you do worse than this to your screen you may need a screen "protector".....
http://www.engadget.com/2010/05/29/dell-streaks-gorilla-glass-screen-torture-tested-for-your-amus/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJF9dJ1Ntj0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jDRX1HPzKU&feature=fvwrel
Now the last one here shows it CAN scratch....Oops Video made by ZAGG......go figure (wonder what they sell? IM guessing the ZAG screen protector was ON the phone when he did the demo and that's whats scratched))
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EimSyAIuDoI
tbong777 said:
If you do worse than this to your screen you may need a screen "protector".....
Now the last one here shows it CAN scratch....Oops Video made by ZAGG......go figure (wonder what they sell? IM guessing the ZAG screen protector was ON the phone when he did the demo and that's whats scratched))
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I don't want to start a war, but read this comment from that last video:
"Actually, you never see the tests for Gorilla glass using concrete. Concrete and substances made of a harder material that Gorilla Glass will scratch it, however metal things (like keys) won't. So sand, concrete, tarmac, flint and so on will scratch it, this isn't a dumy phone."
I'm not sure how accurate it is, but it sounds plausible. At the end of the day I would rather use protection that I know (or believe strongly) will work. But I have to agree that Zagg is clearly trying to sell you their product by putting it through a little bit more extreme situation. And the Engadget one is just crazy.
http://www.gadgetguard.com/samsung-...e-screen-protectors-covers-shields-skins.html
I had one on my captivate for a year. did the trick. I do contractor work and dj at night so screen protectors are in order. Mine should be here thursday.
I like the moshi iVisor AG one that the at&t store has because it covers up the ugly at&t logo. Pretty pricey though...
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Gorilla Glass will scratch. Its selling point is that it is less likely to break not that it prevents scratches.
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No it is less likely to scratch as well. That doesn't mean you CAN'T scratch it, but it resists normal usage scratches as well as keys and change in your pocket. You can't compare a Iphone screen to GG. I've yet to see a Iphone screen that hasn't been scratched up from just daily fingertip use. I can see where people are use to using them in the past so they just keep it going. Technology is a wonderful thing and GG is definitely a fantastic technology upgrade.
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I don't want to start a war, but read this comment from that last video:
"Actually, you never see the tests for Gorilla glass using concrete. Concrete and substances made of a harder material that Gorilla Glass will scratch it, however metal things (like keys) won't. So sand, concrete, tarmac, flint and so on will scratch it, this isn't a dumy phone."
I'm not sure how accurate it is, but it sounds plausible. At the end of the day I would rather use protection that I know (or believe strongly) will work. But I have to agree that Zagg is clearly trying to sell you their product by putting it through a little bit more extreme situation. And the Engadget one is just crazy.
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That comment is just plain stupid. Not yours but the one you quoted. That's like saying a grinder will scratch it and a diamond will if you push hard enough and try really hard. Who in their right mind would purposely rub their phone on concrete or a flint. Dropping your phone on a concrete road isn't a problem. Been there, done that. Skipping it across a parking lot, like a rock in water might. This isn't a black box from a airplane, it's a phone. If you dropped your phone on concrete hard enough to scratch GG, i'm sure it would tear through any protector you can buy and scratch it anyway.
To each his own but this screen if FAR better and scratch resistant than anything currently on the market and massively better than any of the Iphone screens to date.
Hey guys,
Alright, so I just got my skinomi protector. I went for that one over the Moshi, maybe it was a bad choice. I installed it and it's been 2 days since. My screen looks like this now:
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See those ridges? They're constantly there. I don't notice them when the screen is on, and as far as I can tell, it doesn't bother me when using the device. When off however, they're very noticeable. If you run your finger over the phone you can feel where it indents.
If I take my nail and run it along the screen, it will leave a trace, and it won't "pop back up". My friend has a Ghost Sheild on his Evo (which took this pic) and if I do the same thing, the "scratches" disappear after a few seconds. Is my screen protector bad? or did I do a bad install? Or is the thing supposed to look like this?
I have two more protectors that I can try if this is a bad install.
This was my first wet-install, so I probably did something wrong. I wet my fingers using the solution, and wet the protector (drenched more like it) with it. I didn't spray my screen though. I also took my finger and like, wiped the wet side to make sure it was wet everywhere. Then I just put it on the screen, aligned it a few times (keeping it fully wet though) and once It was perfectly aligned I took the install card and wiped it towards the bottom of the phone, soaking any of the liquid that was released with a napkin. I did that untill I got all the big bubbles out, and most of the water packets. It did have water still, but that dried after a few hours, and all the small micro bubbles went away as well.
Thanks for your help.
that looks horrible bro. I'm pretty sure its not supposed to be like that. The most you should get is maybe a slight orange peel texture like how zaggs screen protectors are. But nothing near that. I would try another one and see how it goes.
Alright, I'll try another. Did you read what I did? Is there anything wrong with that?
Mine is perfectly smooth and I did essentially what you described. I didn't spray the screen either, I figured there was already enough moisture involved to scare me. I did not move the fluid around with my finger and I was pretty anal about trying to squeegee every last drop of fluid out.
So maybe don't put so much on next time and don't mess with it by spreading it around.
It only took overnight for it to dry, which is about half what they say.
The only drawback is that it's a bit "grabby" when swiping across the screen. I really wish PowerSupport would make protectors for this phone. Their crystal clear one for the iPhone is awesome.
Yeah, the liquid dried over night for me as well. I just applied another one to my dad's phone, we both got the same one. So if his comes out ok, I'll order another one for me, if not I'll order two Moshi protectors, and try to get these refunded. I'm sure there's no way it messed up like this during install. I didn't crease it or bend it or fold it at all during install.
wet your finger, wet both sides of the screen and do not press too hard when you get the water out, those ridges look like too many indentations made by the plastic squeegee board...and do not use a credit card!
I have been using Skinomi for years, i install it in the bathroom after letting the place steam for 5 minutes. not one bubble, not one speck of dust and love the membrane feeling - so much better then the hard plastic screen protectors.
You do realize you don't need a screen protector with Gorilla Glass?
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You do realize you don't need a screen protector with Gorilla Glass?
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Yes, I realize that, however I already have a very faint scratch on the top of my screen. You can hardly see it, but it is there.
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Is the Gorilla Glass really that good?
By the way, you plan on any roms for the GS2?
kezell said:
Is the Gorilla Glass really that good?
By the way, you plan on any roms for the GS2?
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I've made sure to have nothing but my phone in my pocket without a screen protector for the past 1.5 weeks. Just three days or so ago I noticed that there was a really really light scratch near the top of the screen, right under the ATT logo. It's hardly visible, you have to angle it a correct way. The glass is really good, but it's not perfect. It -will- scratch eventually. I don't want to take that risk.
I just put a zagg shield on mine just to be on the safe side.
I just applied the second one. It came out a lot better, but I have to wait and see the full results.
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the gorilla glass is amazing but not 100% scratch proof
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This:
nytvd said:
the gorilla glass is amazing but not 100% scratch proof
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Yes, GG is awesome... but you CAN get scratches. My iPhone 4 ended up with 1 really obvious scratch on it just a couple months after I pulled off its InvisibleShield.
InvisibleShield was the first thing I ordered for my GS2.
task650 said:
that looks horrible bro. I'm pretty sure its not supposed to be like that. The most you should get is maybe a slight orange peel texture like how zaggs screen protectors are. But nothing near that. I would try another one and see how it goes.
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I am so particular I laughed out loud when I saw that picture, sorry
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Misconception #1: Gorilla Glass is resistant to scratches--not invincible.
I developed many light surface scratches already just being in my work pants. No drops and always in its own pocket-not mixed in with anything else.
Iphone also scratched. And so did many of my other devices with GG.
And sorry to be prude but why in the world would you even put those types of screen protector to DEGRADE your screen? Great protection, but kills the slickness and radiance of your screen.
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ngocdao said:
Misconception #1: Gorilla Glass is resistant to scratches--not invincible.
I developed many light surface scratches already just being in my work pants. No drops and always in its own pocket-not mixed in with anything else.
Iphone also scratched. And so did many of my other devices with GG.
And sorry to be prude but why in the world would you even put those types of screen protector to DEGRADE your screen? Great protection, but kills the slickness and radiance of your screen.
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Well, the first one looks terrible casue I installed it in correctly. The second one I installed came out loads better. I feel a slight increase in fiction, but the view is still very good. What screen protector would you recommend for my phone?
Don't Buy Skinomi
So here's my story with this company.
I purchased the Skinomi screen protector for my GS2.
I got it, everything seemed intact, but I noticed they had placed the sticky side to the white card board, but nothing over the front side of the protector.
WELL what happened is during storage or transport or maybe just their crappy distribution company, they front part of the protector bound/adhered to the plastic sleeve they placed it in, almost creating a ripple affect on the protector.. I installed it hoping it'd go away, it never did.
I contacted them, they sent me another one, same issue.
It maybe be a good product, but there ****ty distributing company screwed up on the packaging and ruins the product before the customer receives it.
I used a invisishield , my skinomi didn't seem to hold up as well. But it didn't look like that either.
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Well, the first one looks terrible casue I installed it in correctly. The second one I installed came out loads better. I feel a slight increase in fiction, but the view is still very good. What screen protector would you recommend for my phone?
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Honestly, just a good ol fashion crystal clear screen protector. I've seen cheap crystal clear screen protectors withstand drops and scrapes with no scratches. (the video showing its capability to withstand knife cuts is impressive, but unless you're using your phone as a shield that scenario is never going to happen)
Bottom line is that both will protect your screen from scratches but neither will protect it from cracks... so it all boils down to preference
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So tomorrow i'm getting my Lumia, and i was wondering if it was possible to apply a genric screen protector on it while i wait for the specific one i ordered. Do they actually stick on this particular curved glass screen? What should i use for the moment? I don't wanna end with this bad boy scratched in just a couple days...
Even since my Blackberry days, I have always used screen protectors. This phone represents a big departure for me from that..
I have a belt carrying case or I'll carry the phone in a sort or jacket pocket after making sure nothing else is there.
Carrying in pants pocket is out of the question..
To me the glass and the coating are part of the design of the phone and in this case the shape and texture of the naked screen is what really makes this phone stand head and shoulders above iPhone, Samsung Galaxy or any other higher end peers.
In my opinion, adding any protector in addition to
the silicone case Nokia provides would really take that advantage away and dumb the phone down..
Yeah i feel that too, but you know i'm an offroad rider and the place i live also has some quite sandy ground...i've always managed to scratch every surface i was carrying with me, even the sapphire cristal of my good old Sector watch, so i'll be always too scared to carry a phone naked, especially if it's so damn beautiful...i'm a dangerous man i guess
I bought a Nillkin screen protector and even though it works really well, the cutting is only till the border of the actual screen. It does not go till the edge where the polycarbonate body begins.
So conclusion is that it sucks. I will be interested in any other screen protector anybody has tried which can reach till all the four edges of the screen.
chaihg said:
I bought a Nillkin screen protector and even though it works really well, the cutting is only till the border of the actual screen. It does not go till the edge where the polycarbonate body begins.
So conclusion is that it sucks. I will be interested in any other screen protector anybody has tried which can reach till all the four edges of the screen.
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Use those flexible protectors like Invisishield/BestSkinsEver etc. You can stretch it while applying.
Is a screen protector needed? This phone is fitted with gorrilla glass...
i have to admit my screen gets immensely greasy - i don't think it has any kind of anti smudge coating on it. at least mine didn't - i haven't seen anybody else's one.
Every screen irrespective of it being a Gorilla or Chimpanzee needs a protector. If you have sensitive eyes you can make out minute microscopic scratches that form in an arranged fashion after 2months of use. I hate it.
I am still looking to see if there is any protector out there that can fit edge to edge. Shucks with all the technology out there people cant make a thin plastic sheet that fits a curved screen ??
Skinomi's protections cover the whole screen. I purchased one, and quite happy about it. Fits perfectly egde to edge. It's not a rigid plastic protection like the cheap chinese ones, it is flexible and bends naturally on the curve.
You can find it on Skinomi's website, thought I think it is cheaper on amazon (like $6 or $7).
Don't worry about the picture you may find (which is one of an N9 screen protection) there is only one hole for the sensor on the actual protection.
Happy to answser any questions...
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Skinomi's protections cover the whole screen. I purchased one, and quite happy about it. Fits perfectly egde to edge. It's not a rigid plastic protection like the cheap chinese ones, it is flexible and bends naturally on the curve.
You can find it on Skinomi's website, thought I think it is cheaper on amazon (like $6 or $7).
Don't worry about the picture you may find (which is one of an N9 screen protection) there is only one hole for the sensor on the actual protection.
Happy to answser any questions...
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Hey thanks for that tip. Is it possible even with the any camera you have to take a small pic of your phone with that protector and post it here. That will be the decisive pic for this topic.
Best shot I could get. It is almost invisible anyway.
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About the installation, the protection comes with a spray. It feels a little weird to spray your phone with this solution but I found the application actually easier than with the usual "dry" protections.
Note that it will probably be scary ugly after the installation (microbubbles, haze...) but it gets better after a few hours (12 to 20 in my case) and perfect after a few days.
Honestly i wouldn't go generic, you get what you payed for. Trust me i've learned the hard way haha
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Best shot I could get. It is almost invisible anyway.
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About the installation, the protection comes with a spray. It feels a little weird to spray your phone with this solution but I found the application actually easier than with the usual "dry" protections.
Note that it will probably be scary ugly after the installation (microbubbles, haze...) but it gets better after a few hours (12 to 20 in my case) and perfect after a few days.
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Fantastic. It is truly invisible and sits neatly edge to edge. I could only make it out from the hole given for the sensor. Good job and thanks a lot. I am ordering one now from eBay.
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Best shot I could get. It is almost invisible anyway.
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About the installation, the protection comes with a spray. It feels a little weird to spray your phone with this solution but I found the application actually easier than with the usual "dry" protections.
Note that it will probably be scary ugly after the installation (microbubbles, haze...) but it gets better after a few hours (12 to 20 in my case) and perfect after a few days.
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Thanks Buddy for the screenshot, just ordered one from the U.S., the UK seems to have some cacky ones, currently I am using this one: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360428462851
Not a full screen protector either and I paid more...-_-
I don't like screen protectors. Never use them.
Besides this phone has gorilla glass. I have not even managed to scratch my other previous phones without gorilla glass after months of use. I rather take the risk of getting a little scratch rather than take away the nice touch feel of the screen.
dannejanne said:
I don't like screen protectors. Never use them.
Besides this phone has gorilla glass. I have not even managed to scratch my other previous phones without gorilla glass after months of use. I rather take the risk of getting a little scratch rather than take away the nice touch feel of the screen.
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I will second that!
dannejanne said:
I don't like screen protectors. Never use them.
Besides this phone has gorilla glass. I have not even managed to scratch my other previous phones without gorilla glass after months of use. I rather take the risk of getting a little scratch rather than take away the nice touch feel of the screen.
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Then you must not have exposed it to sand. I have managed to scratch almost all the screens I have had on cell phones without a screen protector even if they were made out of gorilla glass. Sand is the enemy to every screen. Metal, like keys or knives, are softer that the glass but sand (or some particles of sand) are not.
I just bought some cheap chinese screen protector (dry application) and it looked horrible. Had it on for 5 minutes and then ripped it off. Have to find a good soft wet application protector now, hopefully before I manage to scratch that thing of beauty.
I've heard good reviews of the Skinomi ones, so I may go for one of those. Does anybody know if the full body (transparent) version has something to cover the super-scratch-prone chrome around the camera? If you know about any screen protector with that feature please let me know, otherwise I'll order the screen only version and use some (custom?) workaround for the chrome thing...
Thinking about getting this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Nokia-L...607711?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4ab238341f
Anyone tried that one?
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Just ordered it. Hope it's good.
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Thinking about getting this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Nokia-L...607711?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4ab238341f
Anyone tried that one?
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Just ordered it. Hope it's good.
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I did order a couple for my Omnia a few weeks ago, but unluckily they came faulty, with pretty irregular cut borders and a nasty white drop of some kind of glue in the middle. They were totally unusable. I wanted to send them back for a replacement, but a couple days later I've lost my Omnia at a concert...oh well
So have any of u guys scratched your screen any? Been using a screen protector which is scratched to ****.. been thinking about taking it off cause it messes with the registry of screen touches but I'm scared I'll scratch... how's is yalls holdin up
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From my experience, you can scratch a gorrilla glass screen. Maybe not easily, but I have seen GG screens scratched. Just get a cheap screen protector as insurance.
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I just noticed a couple of really small scratches on the gorilla 2 like two days ago. It was a very sad day. ): The front is flawless, though.
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From my experience, you can scratch a gorrilla glass screen. Maybe not easily, but I have seen GG screens scratched. Just get a cheap screen protector as insurance.
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But that ruins the look and feel! I have one now And it looks and feels awful.. does anyone recommend a nicer one?
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But that ruins the look and feel! I have one now And it looks and feels awful.. does anyone recommend a nicer one?
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I hear the Zagg invisibleSHIELD HD is nice. I picked one up from Best Buy. Unfortunately, I tried installing it while on an extended business trip, and messed up the install. Now I'll have to wait to get back to the US to try again.
However, my screen is holding up well. In my pocket most days and not a single scratch on the front or back glass yet (knock on wood).
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But that ruins the look and feel! I have one now And it looks and feels awful.. does anyone recommend a nicer one?
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Realook
I don't have any screen protector and I'm always throwing it in and out of my pocket and on my desk along with my keys and stuff but I don't have any scratches. It's been good for me.
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But that ruins the look and feel! I have one now And it looks and feels awful.. does anyone recommend a nicer one?
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i just threw this ghost armor clear front and back a few hours before taking these pictures (bubbles showing on the back are supposed to disappear within the next 24-48 hours) and it seems pretty invisible. if you look at it from an angle, any light reflecting off the surface of the film does reveal a slight orange peel texture. now feeling almost as smooth as glass (and i can feel it getting better) and i can't detect any effect on the appearance of the screen (when the screen is on). I'm impressed as I was expecting some kind of distortion with the 318ppi screen.
Last time I bothered using a screen protector on glass was an iphone 3G and it was totally visible and taking away from the appearance of the 163ppi screen. that thing lasted me about a week before i tore it off and never considered using one again even after it was scratched by sand.
I think this film is good stuff.
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I hear the Zagg invisibleSHIELD HD is nice. I picked one up from Best Buy. Unfortunately, I tried installing it while on an extended business trip, and messed up the install. Now I'll have to wait to get back to the US to try again.
However, my screen is holding up well. In my pocket most days and not a single scratch on the front or back glass yet (knock on wood).
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I recommend it 110%!!!: I have 6 phones (yeah a bit much I know) but the HD InvisiShield is GREAT! I guarantee if you have a couple of fine scratches on it, you wont be able to see them after it is put on there. They are crystal clear too. I traded phones with an XDA I didn't know well and I got a phone with 5 pretty big scratches and one deep key scratch. I cant see any of them now
***** The key is to do what directions say and dont put a case on it for at least 24 hours. When I buy a new phone I immediately go to Best Buy and get one. It may be worth the $7 install if you haven't put them on before. Also when its first installed it will have some bubbles but if you dont mess with it I guarantee they disappear the next day. The difference between the original and HD one is night and day. It dries to a firm surface so it has a glass feel. Trust me on this one guys.
Edit...I installed it myself on my Optimus G and Galaxy Nexus but I screwed one up trying to put it on this big screen so pay the $7 at Best Buy. Actually you can get a bundle and get the HD InvisiShield and a case like the flip cover or Platinum case for $60. If you can find a case under $25.99 its both for $35. Or...you can grab 2 InvisiShields for the $35 bundle price:thumbup::thumbup:
Edit 2..even a grain of sand can scratch your screen. That's why sometimes people put their phone in their empty pocket and mysteriously end up with a tiny scratch
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Edit...I installed it myself on my Optimus G and Galaxy Nexus but I screwed one up trying to put it on this big screen so pay the $7 at Best Buy. Actually you can get a bundle and get the HD InvisiShield and a case like the flip cover or Platinum case for $60. If you can find a case under $25.99 its both for $35. Or...you can grab 2 InvisiShields for the $35 bundle price:thumbup::thumbup:
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Great advice. I'm definitely going to check this out when I get home. Man, being stuck in a foreign country sucks!
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Edit 2..even a grain of sand can scratch your screen. That's why sometimes people put their phone in their empty pocket and mysteriously end up with a tiny scratch
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Sand is actually what you have to watch out for. Your keys and other metals that you typically are in contact with daily, not so much.
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Nexus 4 glass front and back vs keys, coins, box cutter, wrench scratch test. I put my brand-spanking new Nexus 4 that was just delivered this morning to the test so that you dont have to.
The new Google / LG Nexus 4 has gorilla glass 2 on both front and back. So how scratch resistant is gorilla glass?
My conclusion:
Gorilla glass is much harder than any typical metal you will have laying around. Coins, keys and things you put in your pocket or purse is not going to scratch the glass.
The biggest thing to watch out for? Quartz/sand. Quartz is harder than Gorilla glass and therefore can scratch it (even if the scratches are super fine). Realistically, just like your eye glasses, you will scratch your phone more from cleaning it than using it. The type of cleaning cloth you use is important.
To clean my phone displays, I use the same inexpensive but effective tools that I use for my DSLR camera lenses. 1) a rocket air blower to get rid of tiny dirt, dust particles 2) lens tissue or a clean micro fiber cloth
In case you're interested here are links to the blower and micro fiber cloth I personally use.
1. Giottos Rocket Air Blower: http://goo.gl/NpC9a
2. Spudz Micro fiber cleaning cloth: http://goo.gl/yT5A3
Other Nexus 4 videos:
- Official Nexus 4 bumper: http://youtu.be/V-bvwFV0DCo
- Nexus 4 HSPA speedtest: http://youtu.be/bDUpHsawiB8
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Great advice. I'm definitely going to check this out when I get home. Man, being stuck in a foreign country sucks!
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I got the ZAGG hd one from best buy on mine and could not be happier...they cost a little more but the differance between it and the cheap ones is like night and day
Zagg Invisishield is Perfect
I always buy Zagg Invisishields for my phones with G.G. I have somehow managed to scratch my phones with just everyday use being thrown in and out my pocket. I dont put it in my pocket with keys or change or anything really my phone always has a dedicated pocket. But still i have managed big and little scratches on my phones. So I like to just keep a Zagg one on just to be sure, plus they will send u a replacement for any reason and they dont argue they just send a new one. The Zagg shield is the best quality and u can barely tell it is on there. Best 25 bucks (full Body) I have spent for this phone.