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I'm awaiting the arrival of my evo lte and am debating on if a case is needed or not. It sounds like it's rock solid, and the screen is gorilla glass, so is something really that needed. Yes, I saw the one post where someone actually did crack the screen, so I understand it can happen, but is it really that likely?
The case I am considering is the basic TPU case that is cropping up on here. My biggest concern is that I want it as slim as possible, and even though the case is supposed to be about as slim as can be, it still adds some bulk.
Anyway, all thoughts are appreciated. Thank you in advance.
I think i may get one because this thing is so nice Im scared handling it.
I wasn't planning on using a case but it's so thin I need one to be able to hold onto the damn thing. I have small hands, so you'd think thinner would be better, but no.
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Despite my last 2 EVO phones being fine without a case the back of the Lte can be too smooth if your hands are dry
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I normally don't get cases or screen protectors. My EVO 4G went a year and a half without a scratch on the screen or a chip in the body.
The SGSII lasted less than six months before the same result.
EVO LTE is in a Platinum case (which sucks) with a Zagg HD screen protector.
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good luck when that phone falls
One additional idea I had was to get some kind of sleeve to put it in when not in use. I think it may also come down to how it feels in my hand once I have it.
I've never really kept a case on any of my phones. I'm very good at handling them (except when my wife klutzes it up). I just know that my hands aren't the biggest, and with these phones getting bigger every year, adding a case just makes it worse.
And... I have TEP, and have always kept it.
Using a case is like wearing a condom. Sure it feels better without it but you're taking a chance. Some protection is better then no protection.
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Using a case is like wearing a condom. Sure it feels better without it but you're taking a chance. Some protection is better then no protection.
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+1...I took the case off of my OG Evo and now it is always saying how it burns whent it pees...
Get a case!!!
no case! no screen protector! no insurance!!!
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Using a case is like wearing a condom. Sure it feels better without it but you're taking a chance. Some protection is better then no protection.
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Nice analogy.... The phone is so thin to the point it feels slippery. I always use otterbox cases for all my phones. I'm clumsy.
I like my phones like my women, naked! Sanding the top cover makes it a bit more grippy. When I'm drunk in the club and holding the phone over the toilet, I make sure the kickstand is out and between my index and ring finger so it doesn't drop.
First phone I actually bought a case for.
Someone needs to make a back replacement piece that replaces the top plastic half to match the bottom metal half.
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Nice analogy.... The phone is so thin to the point it feels slippery. I always use otterbox cases for all my phones. I'm clumsy.
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I had an otterbox case on my OG EVO and for the many time ive dropped it not a single chip or scratch... the second I took it off and dropped it I broke something under the glass (not the glass) and the screen is completely unusable... the second i got my free case from sprint i slapped it on the LTE and im waiting for the new otterbox from amazon so i can put that on it... i drop stuff too much to risk it lol... go with a case because you never know what around the next corner
I bought the Platinum Series case and I like it a lot. Very comparable to the OtterBox case but about $14 cheaper, and comes with a clip. I found it at Best Buy. I would post a link, but I can't yet. Just search it out on their site.
I read that Sprint was sending out a free case with every EVO LTE, to make amends for the whole customs situation. Anyone receive one of those or know if it only applies to those who ordered direct from Sprint?
Since I opted out of the insurance, I'll be putting a case on mine. My OG EVO did quite well with the official HTC TPU case, so I'm considering this TPU case by Diztronic.
I'm also considering getting a screen protector, but not sure how necessary it'd be with the harder Gorilla glass. I'd be primarily using it to protect against scratches from keys, change, etc that might end up in my pocket.
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DanBergundy said:
Someone needs to make a back replacement piece that replaces the top plastic half to match the bottom metal half.
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You can actually sand the top half to match the bottom. I might try this, though it's not that noticeable either way, as my case will cover it.
See here for instructions on sanding.
No, put at least a tpu case on it. It's super slim, hardly adds any bulk, and gives you grip on the phone.
I probably won't put a screen protector on till my first scratch but you got to remember sand or even dust can still scratch the gorilla glass. So be careful at the beach all you summer beach goers.
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When I'm drunk in the club and holding the phone over the toilet
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??????? Not sure which confuses me more, you holding the phone over the toilet or having a system in place to avoid dropping it in the toilet.
I had probably around 8devices in the last few years, I didn't use a case till iPhone 4 meaning my evo 4g was always naked and never got scratches, besides the kickstand, idk why I keep buying cases I always end up having the phone naked, they look way better the way(maybe the galaxy nexus did look really good with sgp case) how about you? Do you go naked or no? You think you might drop it?
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I start off with an otterbox defender for the 1st 6 months & then go naked once I've proven to be very careful with it.
I fear dropping this though .vs the other 2 EVO's & I'm not sure why... The new factor maybe?
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I start off with an otterbox defender for the 1st 6 months & then go naked once I've proven to be very careful with it.
I fear dropping this though .vs the other 2 EVO's & I'm not sure why... The new factor maybe?
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I think cause is so thin. I had the feeling too
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I have never owned a case for my phones and when I traded in the OG, it looked 9/10. However, this one has already had the Commuter Otter put on her. Not an if, but when I would drop her naked.
Smartphones are too slippery for me without a case!
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When I get a new phone I use a TPU case and when I get tired of the tpu I start to go naked..... I am usually good with not dropping phones....
Honestly, I find that when I have a case on I don't drop it, when I don't I do...so I have the htcpedia one that came out before the phone, nice fit by the way.
As for the screen its the same deal, I had an epic and went naked for almost a year and ended up with those tiny hair scratches that seem to come from nowhere and drive me batty! So sgp ultra crystal on the way to save my sanity.
Bottom line,used to go naked but not anymore, although I reserve the right to change my mind as I know I will lol
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Yea I go naked otherwise I'll use ghost armor...but that's still more or less naked...I feel if the phone company's wanted to make their phones bigger then they would but they made it thin for a reason and cases ruin that(IMO)...and I tend to be overly cautious with my phones
I've got get naked right now but I'll probably buy a case for it because it is slick, I don't do screen protectors anymore though, my old Evo didn't get scratches and with gorilla glad this one shouldn't either. The main reason I got a case for my old Evo was to keep the camera from laying against things and getting scratched but this new camera, even though it protrudes a Lil the lens is recessed so it should be fine. I may keep it naked.
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I would love to go naked, but I can't. When I first got the phone I had no case on it and it was so nice. But because of what I do for a living, one bad day = no more nice looking phone.
But the two cases I have are very slender and don't my phone bulky like the otterboxes do.
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See what bothers me is the screen protector, for some reason I would rather just not have it on...
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See what bothers me is the screen protector, for some reason I would rather just not have it on...
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I agree. Even though I have a case on my phone I have no screen protector. Its just so smooth without one. However knowing me and my OCD I'll probably get one to see what on may look like on my phone. But I have to find the right one, some of the Zagg products feel rubbery.
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I leave just my shirt and socks on... Nothing else...
Nah, but seriously... I go naked. I'm very careful with my ish.
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I agree. Even though I have a case on my phone I have no screen protector. Its just so smooth without one. However knowing me and my OCD I'll probably get one to see what on may look like on my phone. But I have to find the right one, some of the Zagg products feel rubbery.
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I've go a Zagg Invisishield on and can't even tell, it is the "HD" version. Had a regular Zags on my e4gt and it did have a rubbery feel but not the HD one
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I go with a TPU case just for grip and a occasional drop and normal wear and tear. I used screen protector couple times and I hated them I love the feel of glass. Also I'm not sure how people are getting scratches one their screens. I had 3 phones with gorilla glass and that 1 of them got scratches.
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I decided to go naked on this one. Used to buy cases but the bulk is just too annoying sometimes. Try the Spigen screen protectors, no rubbery feeling at all.
The ghost armor screen protectors are pretty nice, no rubbery feeling, no grainy look from the anti glare screen protectors... I'd recommend that
i like to go raw too, but not with the lte.
Always naked as far as a case goes. I do have an XO Skin on the screen and glossy back, though. I learned my lesson with my E3D, when I dropped it on the pavement screen down and it slid maybe 3 inches or so.
I only dropped and damaged my OG EVO once. I put a nice little ding on the edge, but other than that, it looks practically brand new. I always had a screen protector on my old EVO and never bought a case for it. The screen protector saved me a few times.
I'll eventually get a case for my LTE, but I'm just waiting for something I deem worth buying. Perhaps a nice silicon, something with a thin rubber padding, I'd like a case that provides a little bounce incase I drop it. The glass is so close to the edge on the LTE, I can just imagine the aluminium siding sending shock waves through the phone and exploding the screen into a million tiny pieces.
On that note, this is my first phone with Gorilla Glass, so I honestly don't even know if I "need" a screen protector. But I'll probably buy one eventually. After the whole ZAGG proximity sensor problem I'm just waiting for a legit protector without any quirks. I'm know they are out there (In abundance) and my lazy butt just needs to "look."
Ever since my OG days, I have Always had a screen protector on my phone. Have had it on my dna since release as well, but now I'm thinking, the only reason I would be afraid to take it off is for drops. Cracks aside, does anybody who has dropped their phone without a screen protector had scratches show up? How strong are these screens really?
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Yes my phone can kill with venom if you touch it without permission and get bit
I have a decently protective case(incipio dual pro) but I do not have a screen protector and my screen is still flawless so far(knock on wood) after many hard drops.
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BFirebird101 said:
Ever since my OG days, I have Always had a screen protector on my phone. Have had it on my dna since release as well, but now I'm thinking, the only reason I would be afraid to take it off is for drops. Cracks aside, does anybody who has dropped their phone without a screen protector had scratches show up? How strong are these screens really?
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Yea my launch device got a little scratched I dropped it after I had it a month or so. My new replacement still doesn't have a screen protector even though I bought a nice one to put on it. Just haven't done it yet. No drops and no scratches so far
Just took of my screen shield. So this is what smartphone glass feels like huh? So damn smoooooth. Could be pure placebo but the responsiveness feels just a bit more quick. I like It!
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BFirebird101 said:
Just took of my screen shield. So this is what smartphone glass feels like huh? So damn smoooooth. Could be pure placebo but the responsiveness feels just a bit more quick. I like It!
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If you have not tried it,you have to try the zagg invisible shield HD . You can barely tell it's there.
I had a ghost armor but it just didnt feel the same... so I invested in a nillkin flip case that fits perfectly and protects my screen when its in my pocket; I get the best of both worlds
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If you have not tried it,you have to try the zagg invisible shield HD . You can barely tell it's there.
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I totally agree! It's a little more expensive but I'll never use anything else!
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123421342 said:
I had a ghost armor but it just didnt feel the same... so I invested in a nillkin flip case that fits perfectly and protects my screen when its in my pocket; I get the best of both worlds
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Tell me more about this flip case. Delivery time. Quality. Fitment. Would you but it again?
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trickster2369 said:
Tell me more about this flip case. Delivery time. Quality. Fitment. Would you but it again?
From my S-Off DNA
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Saw this:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/DROI...se-For-HTC-Butterfly-DROID-DNA/845107283.html
rfarrah said:
Saw this:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/DROI...se-For-HTC-Butterfly-DROID-DNA/845107283.html
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Thanks, but that's not the leather flip case. Just a hard case.
The YouTube link you posted originally was incorrect.
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123421342 said:
I had a ghost armor but it just didnt feel the same... so I invested in a nillkin flip case that fits perfectly and protects my screen when its in my pocket; I get the best of both worlds
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I've never used the ghost armor.
I have used the invisible shield before they were popular and you HAD to buy from their web site. While it was second to none protection there was always a little tackiness to it when trying to slide on the screen and so when I got my first smartphone it was irritating and I took it off. I didn't use one on my Rezound and there are a couple of really tiny scratches in the screen from when I put my keys in the same pocket like a dummy one day. So when I got my DNA, I saw the HD protector at best buy and paid them to put it on. The first time they put it on, I noticed a couple of things I didn't like and made them open another one and do it again. Worth the money right there. Lol.
As far as the protector goes, it is really pretty much as good as the glass was. Nice and smooth and can really barely only tell it is there. It is an excellent protector in every regard.
Naked feels best.
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This is the case I have. Bought a few premium cases in the past but I like this one more. My only complaint is it makes pushing the power button slightly harder but it"s not horrible and the case looks niiiiiiiiiiiice.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RED-PERFORA...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item5aecf155cf
mwl1119 said:
This is the case I have. Bought a few premium cases in the past but I like this one more. My only complaint is it makes pushing the power button slightly harder but it"s not horrible and the case looks niiiiiiiiiiiice.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RED-PERFORA...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item5aecf155cf
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Looks nice but it looks like it adds a ton of thickness, is it just the pics or is it really thick?
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pio_masaki said:
Looks nice but it looks like it adds a ton of thickness, is it just the pics or is it really thick?
Tapatalked from my HTC DNA
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Maybe 1/8 of an inch plus another 1/8 overlap on the screen. It still feels thin.
I couldn't stop laughing when I opened the envelope from china. Looks a little thick. I hope its not Plexiglas or acrylic. Either way I suppose my phone is ready for anything with this protector. I'm just guessing they're overreaching a bit on the marketing pitch.
I'll update when I get it on.
where did you order this from? send me link plz! Did you also remove the shatter-proof film already attached to the Xperia?
I have installed a similar one but different brand it's quite good. Very clear and not fingerprint magnet.
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I would also like to know where you bought this.
Wow, explosion proof. :laugh:
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Wow, explosion proof. :laugh:
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Ahaahhahaha I ordered the same from eBay... Explosion proof is a little bit exaggerate...
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I ordered the same one....heres how mine looked!
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That's unfortunate...
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Is this it? http://www.ebay.com/itm/FJ17-Clear-Tempered-Glass-Film-Screen-Protector-For-Sony-Xperia-Z-Ultra-XL39H-/331009647008?pt=US_Cell_Phone_Screen_Protectors&hash=item4d11b661a0
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Is this it? http://www.ebay.com/itm/FJ17-Clear-Tempered-Glass-Film-Screen-Protector-For-Sony-Xperia-Z-Ultra-XL39H-/331009647008?pt=US_Cell_Phone_Screen_Protectors&hash=item4d11b661a0
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Yes that the one I bought. Got it in about 10 calendar days. Still haven't put it on yet but I'll let you know.
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LucKyPunk said:
Yes that the one I bought. Got it in about 10 calendar days. Still haven't put it on yet but I'll let you know.
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Okay thank you.
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Okay thank you.
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I bought this one and put it on. works great . looks great. nice to have glass and nopt plastic on the XZU . its to nice for plastic
implode99 said:
I bought this one and put it on. works great . looks great. nice to have glass and nopt plastic on the XZU . its to nice for plastic
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Great cause I went ahead and bought it. I would love to see photos if you can.
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Great cause I went ahead and bought it. I would love to see photos if you can.
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I put on mine 5 minutes ago, I had an anti glare one before, and boy is this smoother than anything I've ever put on a phone... It has an effective oleophobic coating so you barely see any fingerprint, and touchscreen works fine, no issues at all.
It is actually pretty thick, but I guess it adds no more than 10 grams so I don't really care, I have a basic gel back cover and you can barely see it even if it's considerably smaller than the screen (talking about 1.5mm all around), and even though the holes for sensors and led are REALLY holes, you can literally fill them with water (I'm joking, but I will try and let you know... ).
Only problem with these protectors is you have to get it on on 1 max 2 moves, because replacing it is a real pain in the arse. Because is thicker and heavier and stiffer than any other screen protector, you can't simply put a piece of magic tape on the corner and peel it off, you have to do it with a nail or something like a guitar pick or it doesn't come off. Hence the difficulty if you happen to leave a freaking dust particle under it (usually at the center of the screen, where you see it EVERY SINGLE TIME you take a glance at your device).
Lastly, big bubbles are non existing, instead there are a million of infinitesimal bubbles that go away with hard work with a squeegee, or the producer claims they go away by themselves in the next few days.
Overall, if the bubbles really do go away in the next few days, I'll be really happy with my purchase.
Will keep you posted anyway.
P. S. If you're wondering, yeah, pen and pencils work just fine, I'd say better, since you don't have to worry about the screen (or screen protector) getting scratched...
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Just replaced my old screen protector with the glass m. And it is just so annoying to see the sides not sticking. So effing annoying.
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keithleyson said:
Just replaced my old screen protector with the glass m. And it is just so annoying to see the sides not sticking. So effing annoying.
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I spent way too much on my Armorz glass screen protector, but it fits perfectly and is really thin. good quality and feels like iphone screen. sturdy and slick. some finger printing but wipes off with ease. no problems with adhering except for the corner where I kinda messed it up. not super noticeable but still upsetting given the price. -__-
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keithleyson said:
Just replaced my old screen protector with the glass m. And it is just so annoying to see the sides not sticking. So effing annoying.
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Quick update: I ditched the glas.t protector and have gone back to a simple anti glare one, branded Nillkin this time.
I hate the foggy effect on whites, but I love having no fingerprints at all, not having to clean it every two seconds, and not having to deal with several points where the micro bubbles never went away.
Furthermore, I found a slice on the glass protector that seems to have the coating worn off (it came that way, I just realised it was there the day after I put it on), and that slice is prone to be the dirtiest on the whole surface.
I tried to wash it with soap, dish soap, alcohol, nothing works.
I took it off and put it on so many times (after the first time there were always one or two micro dust particles that managed to get under there, and you often you only see them in full sunlight) that the lower right corner would bend a little so that it didn't stick as well as before.
Add to that the WEIGHT of the thing (about 45 grams) and the added .4mm (seems nothing, but they're A LOT on a 6.5mm thin device), I eventually took it off and replaced it and will stay with my plain screen protectors for the entire device life.
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Yeah after just a few hours I decided to remove the glass protector. It just doesn't stick to the corners and edges properly. And the screen feels a bit unresponsive. I just replaced it with a regular matte protector I have as a backup and it feels so much better. Sigh. I wasted 50 bucks in that glass protector. Sometimes I feel like I made a bad decision getting the XZU having to think of all this protection crap. I never ever needed to put anything on my other devices before and those are still looking fine.
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Yeah after just a few hours I decided to remove the glass protector. It just doesn't stick to the corners and edges properly. And the screen feels a bit unresponsive. I just replaced it with a regular matte protector I have as a backup and it feels so much better. Sigh. I wasted 50 bucks in that glass protector. Sometimes I feel like I made a bad decision getting the XZU having to think of all this protection crap. I never ever needed to put anything on my other devices before and those are still looking fine.
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yea i have had to remove mine also, it made fps games unplayable because the glass made the screen unresponsive to multi-touch use it was very annoying. i recommend just sticking with regular screen protectors for this device.
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yea i have had to remove mine also, it made fps games unplayable because the glass made the screen unresponsive to multi-touch use it was very annoying. i recommend just sticking with regular screen protectors for this device.
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Unless you remove the anti shatter and don't use two layers of screen protectors...
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I really like the minimal bezels on the G2. That being said... man they sure nick and damage easily. I've babied my phone and still see nicks in it.
dbatech99 said:
I really like the minimal bezels on the G2. That being said... man they sure nick and damage easily. I've babied my phone and still see nicks in it.
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Put a light case such as the Incipio on it
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Put a light case such as the Incipio on it
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Yea... I suppose I can, but I despise cases. At least the screen seems to resist scratches well so far. Much better than my old galaxy nexus.
dbatech99 said:
Yea... I suppose I can, but I despise cases. At least the screen seems to resist scratches well so far. Much better than my old galaxy nexus.
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I noticed that too about the screen and I had a Galaxy Nexus too. I think it might be because the Gorilla brand is a ton better. The Gnex had Samsung's fortified glass. I'm debating to keep the screen naked on this thing, but if I see a single scratch my ocd goes into overdrive. The original Droid 1 I had survived being scratched for years and that had Gorilla glass on it too.
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Yea... I suppose I can, but I despise cases. At least the screen seems to resist scratches well so far. Much better than my old galaxy nexus.
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I'm not a big case guy either.. usually just do a TPU.. but this is the first time I bought a incipio feather case, and i really like it. it's very thin and gets rid of that glossy back.
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