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I was just searching kickstand case all over the internet, and accidentally found this.
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I think it's the best kickstand case money can buy. comes in 5 diffident colors, black, lime green, red, pink and purple.
here's link where you can buy it. 24.95$ free shipping.
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=56223
And here's the youtube review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGn9QiLcAZQ&feature=player_embedded#
Thanks for the heads up but it looks ugly for some reason, Mm I still haven't decide which one to get tho
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it's only $18 on overstock.
Even though it is more expensive, I prefer and would purchase the Seidio kickstand case over this one (looks more professional IMO). Truth be told though, neither of them are suitable for me. I don't understand why all these kickstand cases have this one giant cutout in the back of the case for the entire camera module instead of just smaller, precise cutouts for the cameras and flash like some of the TPU cases (the smaller cutouts provide way more protection for the phone IMO). First manufacturer to make a case with a kickstand and just precise cutouts for the cameras/flash (instead of just one large cutout) will get my business (though I have a feeling I will be waiting a while for that). Until then, I will continue to use my case from tpu-cases.com, which with the exception of the lack of a kickstand, offers the best value and a good balance between protection and not adding too much bulk (at least IMO).
watch the video full screen hd. I think this's the best quality kickstand case out there IMO. why would you need a small cutouts for camera and ect? it's got G glass back and front, I honestly can't understand what in the world you have to do with the phone to have it all rapt up.
I don't know why people think that just because a phone has gorilla glass that its going to stand up to everyday wear/tear/scratches. I've seen numerous threads where the screens of phones with gorilla glass get scratched up just by putting the phone in the same pocket with keys, change, etc. As to why I want the smaller cutouts, I think its only logical that a case that covers up more of the phone is going to offer better protection than a case that covers less. I'm very careful with my phone (gets dropped maybe once per year if that) so while gorilla glass is a step up from regular glass, its no substitute for a proper case. However, if someone doesn't mind using a case with that large cutout in the back, that's their choice, but its just not my personal preference.
I'll live with my purple Case Logic tri-way kickstand case (offered by sprint). Luckily I can pull off purple because I'm manly, lol.
I like that it is smooth, too, as that helps it slip in and out of my jeans pocket.
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I don't know why people think that just because a phone has gorilla glass that its going to stand up to everyday wear/tear/scratches. I've seen numerous threads where the screens of phones with gorilla glass get scratched up just by putting the phone in the same pocket with keys, change, etc. As to why I want the smaller cutouts, I think its only logical that a case that covers up more of the phone is going to offer better protection than a case that covers less. I'm very careful with my phone (gets dropped maybe once per year if that) so while gorilla glass is a step up from regular glass, its no substitute for a proper case. However, if someone doesn't mind using a case with that large cutout in the back, that's their choice, but its just not my personal preference.
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Because that is the point of gorilla glass. Gorilla glass has a hardness rating of 7, making it impossible for your keys to scratch it. Quartz/sand are about the only things that people can run into on a normal day that will scratch gorilla glass, I had an epic since launch day and now the EVO 3s and I've never gotten a single scratch on my gorilla glass screen. I've even tried to scratch it with my keys to show co workers that it is scratch proof
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Because that is the point of gorilla glass. Gorilla glass has a hardness rating of 7, making it impossible for your keys to scratch it. Quartz/sand are about the only things that people can run into on a normal day that will scratch gorilla glass, I had an epic since launch day and now the EVO 3s and I've never gotten a single scratch on my gorilla glass screen. I've even tried to scratch it with my keys to show co workers that it is scratch proofSent from my PG86100 using XDA Premium App
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WRONG. From Corning's own site: "Gorilla Glass features exceptional damage resistance to the scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use."
I've seen Gorilla Glass take a pounding and come out unscathed, but I've also seen it scratch easily and also completely shatter upon impact.
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WRONG. From Corning's own site: "Gorilla Glass features exceptional damage resistance to the scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use."
I've seen Gorilla Glass take a pounding and come out unscathed, but I've also seen it scratch easily and also completely shatter upon impact.
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I fail to see where the quote from cornings sight says that I'm wrong. Look up gorilla glass test on YouTube and you will see that things like nails and keys won't scratch it. Also, if you drop a phone and lands a certain way is gonna shatter no matter what, I've seen phones fall from 4-6 feet and be fine and also seen a drop from less than a foot break the screen
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looks ok, dont like the covered power/volume/camera buttons
and they failed to create a hole for the 2nd microphone used for noise canceling.
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they did not fail on creating a hole for a second microphone, watch a youtube video provided above.
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I fail to see where the quote from cornings sight says that I'm wrong. Look up gorilla glass test on YouTube and you will see that things like nails and keys won't scratch it. Also, if you drop a phone and lands a certain way is gonna shatter no matter what, I've seen phones fall from 4-6 feet and be fine and also seen a drop from less than a foot break the screen
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Do you understand the difference between RESISTANT and SCRATCH PROOF? And yes, keys can scratch Gorilla Glass, I've done it. Quit being a fanboy and deal with the fact that Gorilla Glass is not indestructible.
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I've posted about this case over a month ago lol
Jye75 said:
Do you understand the difference between RESISTANT and SCRATCH PROOF? And yes, keys can scratch Gorilla Glass, I've done it. Quit being a fanboy and deal with the fact that Gorilla Glass is not indestructible.
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When have I ever said it is scratch proof? I said it has a hardness rating of 7 so keys shouldn't be scratching gorilla glass, I'm sure if you are absolutely determined to **** the screen up, as you seem to be, then you can.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KvV43T0_Gg&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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When have I ever said it is scratch proof? I said it has a hardness rating of 7 so keys shouldn't be scratching gorilla glass, I'm sure if you are absolutely determined to **** the screen up, as you seem to be, then you can.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KvV43T0_Gg&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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When did you say it was scratch proof? Why don't you read your first comment in this thread, and then my response to it, where I've quoted you. Now you're backpedaling. It might help to look at it on a regular browser, as I've bolded certain things in them. Just because I've scratched Gorilla Glass with keys, does not mean I'm bound and determined to do it. Stop making such absurd assumptions, it only serves to further discredit yourself. Just stop. I'm simply pointing out that you're spreading misinformation regarding Gorilla Glass.
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PRELUDE777 said:
they did not fail on creating a hole for a second microphone, watch a youtube video provided above.
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thanks missed it the 1st time i watched the video
I am not impressed unless the kickstand is reversible, I want to be able to charge my phone while it is propt up on my desk. So far no kickstand case has this design yet, all have charging port on bottom.
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XandroidX said:
I am not impressed unless the kickstand is reversible, I want to be able to charge my phone while it is propt up on my desk. So far no kickstand case has this design yet, all have charging port on bottom.
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Seidio has it n its bettr than this n cheap
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luckylui said:
Seidio has it n its bettr than this n cheap
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They do? Looking at SeidioOnline.com for the EVO 3D, the only kickstand case they have is the Surface (with Kickstand), with which the kickstand only looks to support the phone in portrait and on the left side (with the camera button up, and the USB port down).
The only case I've seen that supports the EVO 3D in both landscape orientations is the Body Glove Vibe Slider Case, which is hard plastic and only available in god-awful pink.
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
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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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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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kinubic said:
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.
kinubic said:
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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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))
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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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You do realize you don't need a screen protector with Gorilla Glass?
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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
MikeyMike01 said:
You do realize you don't need a screen protector with Gorilla Glass?
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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.
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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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You do realize you don't need a screen protector with Gorilla Glass?
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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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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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Blaze9 said:
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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My Ultra Clears came in this morning, and i took a few minutes before i left the house to install and snap a few pictures. First impression when i was laying it down is that the cut is just as precise as all the other steinheil protectors i've used for the original Evo, Epic 4g, and Asus Transformer. The feel is as close to glass as i've gotten, there is just no way for it to feel like glass without being glass, those that have used dry apply hard screen protectors will know what i mean, very slick but just short of the slickness of a naked screen.
In the first shot here, looking at the edges you can see where its slightly uncovered and there you can tell that there is a very slight difference in color in the sunlight with the screen off:
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In this second shot is my old evo without a screen protector in the same spot for comparison:
Comparison shot between the two, note my reflection to see the difference:
These shots are of course just of the screen off, which is no real big deal. What really matters is how it looks with the screen on. I would take some pictures of that, but my camera shows the scan lines and i wouldn't want anyone to think that its the screen protector that is doing it. What i can say is that it is completely clear, with no distortion at all.
Folks that swear by the Invisible Shield HD: bring up a white picture and look at the white parts, if you can't see that there is small bits of rainbow flakes due to refraction through the soft material , then theres no reason to think about the steinheils if the zagg feels fine. For me personally, it was very annoying and i couldn't be rid of it fast enough.
What I do have though are two shots of the screen entirely white:
Scanlines are present, but when you're looking at it with the naked eye even up close, the color remains a pure white.
Given the fit and feel of these screen protectors, i would recommend them over the Invisible Shield HDs, in addition to the fact that you get two protectors for half the price. The Zagg HD is getting close to the dry apply type protectors, but for now my personal preference will always be dry apply, and out of the dry apply ones that i've used: Martin Fields, Clairvue, Seidio and Steinheil, I give these both thumbs way up.
And finally, your mileage may vary
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My Ultra Clears came in this morning, and i took a few minutes before i left the house to install and snap a few pictures. First impression when i was laying it down is that the cut is just as precise as all the other steinheil protectors i've used for the original Evo, Epic 4g, and Asus Transformer. The feel is as close to glass as i've gotten, there is just no way for it to feel like glass without being glass, those that have used dry apply hard screen protectors will know what i mean, very slick but just short of the slickness of a naked screen.
In the first shot here, looking at the edges you can see where its slightly uncovered and there you can tell that there is a very slight difference in color in the sunlight with the screen off:
In this second shot is my old evo without a screen protector in the same spot for comparison:
Comparison shot between the two, note my reflection to see the difference:
These shots are of course just of the screen off, which is no real big deal. What really matters is how it looks with the screen on. I would take some pictures of that, but my camera shows the scan lines and i wouldn't want anyone to think that its the screen protector that is doing it. What i can say is that it is completely clear, with no distortion at all.
Folks that swear by the Invisible Shield HD: bring up a white picture and look at the white parts, if you can't see that there is small bits of rainbow flakes due to refraction through the soft material , then theres no reason to think about the steinheils if the zagg feels fine. For me personally, it was very annoying and i couldn't be rid of it fast enough.
What I do have though are two shots of the screen entirely white:
Scanlines are present, but when you're looking at it with the naked eye even up close, the color remains a pure white.
Given the fit and feel of these screen protectors, i would recommend them over the Invisible Shield HDs, in addition to the fact that you get two protectors for half the price. The Zagg HD is getting close to the dry apply type protectors, but for now my personal preference will always be dry apply, and out of the dry apply ones that i've used: Martin Fields, Clairvue, Seidio and Steinheil, I give these both thumbs way up.
And finally, your mileage may vary
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Thank you for your review. How scratch resistant/proof are they? I've tried many dry protectors and they scratched so easily I ended up removing it on my 3D and going without one. Of course, the screen scratched within the first week. I tried the zagg hd and it would get "dents" that would not recover. Have the skinomi full body on now, which seems better, although I just installed it today.
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Cyrene said:
Thank you for your review. How scratch resistant/proof are they? I've tried many dry protectors and they scratched so easily I ended up removing it on my 3D and going without one. Of course, the screen scratched within the first week. I tried the zagg hd and it would get "dents" that would not recover. Have the skinomi full body on now, which seems better, although I just installed it today.
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Not sure how scratch resistant they are as i've never gotten a scratch on any of them, I still carry my stuff around as if they had no protectors and i've been lucky with drops and whatnot.
I have put them on my friends' Epic 4g, one of them is a girl and she puts it in her purse with all the other crap and isn't too careful with it in general, few light scratches on hers from the last year.
I should get mine tomorrow hopefully and I don't think these are that scratch resistant. I had one on my Evo 3d and it got scratched easily.... Matter of fact I scratched it when applying the screen protector with a credit card... Which I should never do again
Just got the ultra clear in the mail today, I love it, after you wipe it off after peeling of the front plastic it feels and looks as if there is no screen protector on it, I used 5 or 6 different brands this is by far the best oneI used
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These are by far the best protectors on the market. I can't for the life of me understand why well informed people here continue to by Zagg.
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These are by far the best protectors on the market. I can't for the life of me understand why well informed people here continue to by Zagg.
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I think in this case it was due to availability, although I think the smart thing to do was buy a cheap temp one and wait it out. Oh well.
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PsiPhiDan said:
I think in this case it was due to availability, although I think the smart thing to do was buy a cheap temp one and wait it out. Oh well.
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I think the fact that they're sold in Best Buy and Radio Shack and have been around for a while are the only reason people still buy them. That and they just don't know any better. Zagg fell way behind over the last few years
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crzycrkr said:
I think the fact that they're sold in Best Buy and Radio Shack and have been around for a while are the only reason people still buy them. That and they just don't know any better. Zagg fell way behind over the last few years
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Zagg is absolutely terrible.. I can't believe people still use them. I screwed up both my steinheil protectors tho.. So illwbe ordering more
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Rippley05 said:
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Zagg is absolutely terrible.. I can't believe people still use them. I screwed up both my steinheil protectors tho.. So illwbe ordering more
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How did you screw them up? If its just lint or dust underneath then you can tape trick them and all should be well.
Does it have a proximity sensor issue like Zagg's? Looks good.
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Does it have a proximity sensor issue like Zagg's? Looks good.
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I have them on 4 phones with no issue.
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crzycrkr said:
I have them on 4 phones with no issue.
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Oh wow, is it that good? I haven't used their screen protector yet.
sabevouser said:
Oh wow, is it that good? I haven't used their screen protector yet.
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The Ultra Crystal is the best on the market hands down
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What about the soon to be released ultra oleophobic ones?
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crzycrkr said:
The Ultra Crystal is the best on the market hands down
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Really? Cool! I will place the order from then!
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Art2Fly said:
What about the soon to be released ultra oleophobic ones?
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I believe they are on sale now! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1704722
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What about the soon to be released ultra oleophobic ones?
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If there are the same tech as when they were released in 2010 for the iphone, there are reports that the oleophobic coating can wear off after some usage. I stuck with the ultra clear since i wipe my phone regularly anyway.
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lacrossev said:
If there are the same tech as when they were released in 2010 for the iphone, there are reports that the oleophobic coating can wear off after some usage. I stuck with the ultra clear since i wipe my phone regularly anyway.
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I think the oleophobic is a gimmick for the reason that I hear it wears off not very long after you put it on. If it does wear off then u might as well have the ultra clear. Have it now on my lte and I have no complaints for fingerprints
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How did you screw them up? If its just lint or dust underneath then you can tape trick them and all should be well.
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Yep I had dust under mine and I used some tape to remove it.... All is well now...
I paid 25 for he zapp and it still have the orange peel effort and I toke it off in one day,what scam
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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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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!!
ThC23 said:
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.
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@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
ThC23 said:
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.