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Hi guys. I have had my LG G5 titan color for 3 days. I already have many fine micro scratches on the screen's oleophobic coating. These scratches are difficult to see as they are micro scratches that can only be seen in direct sunlight or a bright light source shining on the display from certain angles. My Nexus 6P has none that I can see after 6 months, and the LG G5 looks worse than any phone I've ever had. I always keep my phone in my left pocket all by itself. I don't see others reporting this, but it seems the oleophobic coating scratches very easily. Anyone else seeing this?
Are you sure you don't still have the plastic shipping screen cover on it? I used my phone for three days before I realized there was plastic on the screen.
Or did I remove something I shouldn't have? Lol.
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mhajii210 said:
Hi guys. I have had my LG G5 titan color for 3 days. I already have many fine micro scratches on the screen's oleophobic coating. These scratches are difficult to see as they are micro scratches that can only be seen in direct sunlight or a bright light source shining on the display from certain angles. My Nexus 6P has none that I can see after 6 months, and the LG G5 looks worse than any phone I've ever had. I always keep my phone in my left pocket all by itself. I don't see others reporting this, but it seems the oleophobic coating scratches very easily. Anyone else seeing this?
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I have to agree. I have plenty of those scratches that you can only see in sunlight and usually only with the screen off. Also a couple of more serious scratches that came from who knows where as I haven't dropped it yet (knock on wood). My G3 and Galaxy Nexus and S4 screens are all still in great condition with what I assume has been the same usage patterns. Coincidentally, I put my phone in my left pocket with nothing else as well. That must be our problem lol
Right pocket
Coycaine said:
I have to agree. I have plenty of those scratches that you can only see in sunlight and usually only with the screen off. Also a couple of more serious scratches that came from who knows where as I haven't dropped it yet (knock on wood). My G3 and Galaxy Nexus and S4 screens are all still in great condition with what I assume has been the same usage patterns. Coincidentally, I put my phone in my left pocket with nothing else as well. That must be our problem lol
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Maybe we should have used the right pocket instead?
I started using my wife's silver color G5 and so far the oleophobic coating seems to be much better on this one. I have no idea how that could be. I still have the titan color phone and I'm going to try to cover up the micro scratches with the oleophobic solution I ordered off of Ebay. I'll let you guys know if that covers up the scratches nicely. I'm going to sell the phone after that since my wife decided to stick with her HTC A9 phone so I could keep the silver G5.
Coycaine said:
I have to agree. I have plenty of those scratches that you can only see in sunlight and usually only with the screen off. Also a couple of more serious scratches that came from who knows where as I haven't dropped it yet (knock on wood). My G3 and Galaxy Nexus and S4 screens are all still in great condition with what I assume has been the same usage patterns. Coincidentally, I put my phone in my left pocket with nothing else as well. That must be our problem lol
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I'm so glad I came on here to search, got my G5 today and was getting really annoyed with the smudges from fingermarks on screen, didn't realise there was a plastic cover on the screen
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Are you sure you don't still have the plastic shipping screen cover on it? I used my phone for three days before I realized there was plastic on the screen.
Or did I remove something I shouldn't have? Lol.
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I wish that was the problem! I switched to the silver color phone and so far the oleophobic coating seems to be much better on this one since no scratches have appeared as of yet. Have fun with your G5!
Silver G5 scratching too...
I've had the Silver AT&T edition for about 3 months and have a few of these micro-scratches on the coating also...pretty disappointed in this as I had an s2 and s4 previously and not one tiny scratch on either for years. Also keep it in my left pocket with nothing else. Is there anything we can do? Would LG cover this since it's not living up to what a flagship's screen should be? I saw a V10 thread on here with lots of users complaining about this very thing so it does seem to be an ongoing issue...Thanks...
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I've had the Silver AT&T edition for about 3 months and have a few of these micro-scratches on the coating also...pretty disappointed in this as I had an s2 and s4 previously and not one tiny scratch on either for years. Also keep it in my left pocket with nothing else. Is there anything we can do? Would LG cover this since it's not living up to what a flagship's screen should be? I saw a V10 thread on here with lots of users complaining about this very thing so it does seem to be an ongoing issue...Thanks...
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Unfortunately LG would never authorize any repair service for cosmetic returns. They would simply tell you it's your fault for not putting a screen protector on it. My current silver phone still has not developed any micro scratches. I honestly believe there must be a difference in the oleophobic coating between some of the batches. Maybe some have more of it or a thicker coating? If you hate screen protectors like I do and the micro scratches bother you, I would strongly recommend that you get yourself an oleophobic coating kit from eBay to cover up the micro scratches. The good news is that if they are in fact micro scratches in the coating, the actual glass is perfectly fine. Sorry to hear about your issue.
Does the camera on the back have a plastic cover on it? Mine looks so, but I'm afraid of trying to remove it and ending causing some scratches...
Howdy folks. I tried the whitedome on the s20ultra. it was thick with all the glue. the fingerprinter sensor sucked with it on. and it wasnt even durable..
Is the official samsung screenprotector the way to go or?
That general consensus is true, to the best of my understanding and experience.
Nope I've used whitestone dome since the s20. It's never failed me. I rarely get fingerprint rejections. I also had the s21 and s22 ultra.. No issues with it whatsoever.
You might have applied it improperly.
Agree with the above. Used Whitestone with Note 10+ and S21U and satisfied with fingerprint response.
Very durable and best coverage while S Pen rides it nicely.
It helps to register the same fingerprint twice under different entries.
I use cheap Chinese uv glue screen protectors without fingerprint because it is a tradeoff but I'd prefer glass protector over plastic ones.
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Howdy folks. I tried the whitedome on the s20ultra. it was thick with all the glue. the fingerprinter sensor sucked with it on. and it wasnt even durable..
Is the official samsung screenprotector the way to go or?
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Any screen protector that is not glass should work well
I use SBS foil from mediamarket and fingerprint sensor work without issue.
I got a Ringke Dual Easy Wing and no issue with touch it with the fingerprint sensor. Quite snappy actually.
I had a miserable experience trying to install the Samsung one. Wish they factory installed it.
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I had a miserable experience trying to install the Samsung one. Wish they factory installed it.
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Really? Is it that hard?
Pretty confused whether to get one and try myself ..
I generally use the non-glass matte protectors on my phones and they tend to work fine. Whenever I hand my 10 year old my phone when I upgrade every 6 months I put on the whitestone glass ones and they seem to work just fine with the fingerprint. Generally don't notice any issues at all.
Got a simple hydrogel protector from my x70 Pro+ which KINDA fits and there are no issues here. Waiting for proper protectors from Aliexpress - I sure as hell wont spend 20€ for a piece of thin plastic.
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Howdy folks. I tried the whitedome on the s20ultra. it was thick with all the glue. the fingerprinter sensor sucked with it on. and it wasnt even durable..
Is the official samsung screenprotector the way to go or?
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I bought a cheap £1.69 film screen protector on eBay and my fingerprint sensor works every bit as well now as I'd did with no protector fitted. Don't waste your money on Samsung's expensive film
My own personal experience is cheap tempered glass screen protectors don't work well if at all on ultrasonic fingerprint sensors as used in the S range over the years but do work fine on optical sensors used in the A range. Just my $0.10 view
Hi, I am getting the S23 ultra soon and was wondering, am I best leaving Samsung's film screen protector on, or will this not really offer much protection?
Am I best taking this off and putting my own?
I was looking at these UV glass ones, which I don't really have experience with, they are all a little on the dear side in comparison to the glass ones that are ready to stick.
I tend to prefer glass as it feels like more protection and touch / fingerprint still works fine and also tends not to suffer air bubbles as much.
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James
You dont get a screen protector on it when it arrives
After years of using the UV product you mentioned (whitestone dome) I settled on the practical plastic films. These are very cheap, you can get 2 or 3 at just $10, they avoid scratching mainly and the feel is not as good BUT cleaning up the screen after removing the protective UV glass is a nightmare, replacements cost $40 to $60 in case it breaks or dents. The plastic film doesn't really dent and it's much thinner and as far as my experience goes most cases are compatible with the plastic one, in contrast with the UV glass. Furthermore, the installation of the glass is not "for everyone", I am used to do precision work with my hands and the installation process is not something I would recommend to an inexperienced person: some glue is going to get outside while curing the screen with the UV lamp and it can infiltrate in your mic holes or in the small gap between the display and the frame. Last but not least, if you want to use the phone without a case with the glass you get a noticeable step on all 4 sides which is very uncomfortable especially if you use gestures. If you want to give it a try, is something you can live with and it has for sure benefits as far as feeling and protection. On the other hand, all the above issues remain. Sorry for the bad grammar and punctuation, I'm in a hurry. I hope my comment helps you decide for the best!
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You dont get a screen protector on it when it arrives
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That's a bummer, they have as far as I know, at least on the flagships since the S10
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After years of using the UV product you mentioned (whitestone dome) I settled on the practical plastic films. These are very cheap, you can get 2 or 3 at just $10, they avoid scratching mainly and the feel is not as good BUT cleaning up the screen after removing the protective UV glass is a nightmare, replacements cost $40 to $60 in case it breaks or dents. The plastic film doesn't really dent and it's much thinner and as far as my experience goes most cases are compatible with the plastic one, in contrast with the UV glass. Furthermore, the installation of the glass is not "for everyone", I am used to do precision work with my hands and the installation process is not something I would recommend to an inexperienced person: some glue is going to get outside while curing the screen with the UV lamp and it can infiltrate in your mic holes or in the small gap between the display and the frame. Last but not least, if you want to use the phone without a case with the glass you get a noticeable step on all 4 sides which is very uncomfortable especially if you use gestures. If you want to give it a try, is something you can live with and it has for sure benefits as far as feeling and protection. On the other hand, all the above issues remain. Sorry for the bad grammar and punctuation, I'm in a hurry. I hope my comment helps you decide for the best!
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I swear by these whitestone dome protectors. The newest versions (I have one on my S23U) come with stickers to seal the buttons and edges when you install so you don't get any glue in the buttons.
If one watches the video, the installation process is relatively fool proof. I've not yet had a bad installation and the glass has saved my phone more than once.
Fingerprint sensor sensitivity is reduced somewhat but still functions perfectly.
IMHO, these are far and away the best protectors and I'd not use any other.
Getting on my high horse here to ***** about the hypocrisy around "saving the planet" by not providing a screen protector....it's all virtues signaling and real cheap ass practice.
Look what resulted from buying a screen protector from Scamazon (add gas burned, electricity, etc ) to see the "savings"
dl12345 said:
I swear by these whitestone dome protectors. The newest versions (I have one on my S23U) come with stickers to seal the buttons and edges when you install so you don't get any glue in the buttons.
If one watches the video, the installation process is relatively fool proof. I've not yet had a bad installation and the glass has saved my phone more than once.
Fingerprint sensor sensitivity is reduced somewhat but still functions perfectly.
IMHO, these are far and away the best protectors and I'd not use any other.
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I completely agree that as far as protection Whitestone Dome is the best you can get - but that was not in question.
I also agree that the procedure is pretty straightforward but you would be amazed knowing how MOST people can screw up easy things. Not everyone has decent manuality: people actually pay to get cheap screen protectors installed by some "specialized tecnician". I am someone who fixes its stuff to the point of soldering components, just for curiosity and because I enjoy it, but most people don't want to deal even with screen protectors
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That's a bummer, they have as far as I know, at least on the flagships since the S10
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yeah it looks like they stopped including them with S22 Ultra. My S21U came with a screen protector and the S22U didn't. I'm from EU if it matters.
Sprov said:
I completely agree that as far as protection Whitestone Dome is the best you can get - but that was not in question.
I also agree that the procedure is pretty straightforward but you would be amazed knowing how MOST people can screw up easy things. Not everyone has decent manuality: people actually pay to get cheap screen protectors installed by some "specialized tecnician". I am someone who fixes its stuff to the point of soldering components, just for curiosity and because I enjoy it, but most people don't want to deal even with screen protectors
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I'm also thinking if I want to have the TMax UV Dome installed on my S23 Plus but I'm reading mixed reactions with using UV Dome. I won't install it myself so that's out of the question. But that screen protector also covers the front camera which sucks and I don't know how good/bad it is. I know it's from China but so is Whitedome.
Some experienced users told me to use a TPU film instead, like the ArmorSuit wet install film. The display of the S23 is very good and it just needs a simple TPU screen protector to protect it from unavoidable scratches. Is the difference in feeling between a TPU and tempered glass protector that significant? What else made you suggest using TPU instead of glass?
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I'm also thinking if I want to have the TMax UV Dome installed on my S23 Plus but I'm reading mixed reactions with using UV Dome. I won't install it myself so that's out of the question. But that screen protector also covers the front camera which sucks and I don't know how good/bad it is. I know it's from China but so is Whitedome.
Some experienced users told me to use a TPU film instead, like the ArmorSuit wet install film. The display of the S23 is very good and it just needs a simple TPU screen protector to protect it from unavoidable scratches. Is the difference in feeling between a TPU and tempered glass protector that significant? What else made you suggest using TPU instead of glass?
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If using the plus, it has a flat screen and UV glass isn't necessarily needed. The UV glass really excels in the curved screen market where most of the glass screens only have glue in the corners or have other issue towards the edges. The liquid glue allowed for better flash adherence to the screen. For the plus I would just get highly rated 9h tempered glass.
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If using the plus, it has a flat screen and UV glass isn't necessarily needed. The UV glass really excels in the curved screen market where most of the glass screens only have glue in the corners or have other issue towards the edges. The liquid glue allowed for better flash adherence to the screen. For the plus I would just get highly rated 9h tempered glass.
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I see. But how about the problem with the fingerprint sensor? I see a lot of people having issues when using a tempered glass protector with their Samsung fingerprint sensors. And that's why most of them say that a TPU film is enough.
Thanks for everyone's replies, after a lot of fear, hassle, and a bit of a loss of money I decided on a film protector which is working 100% fine.
Not sure if I just picked rubbish glass screen protectors, but they caused me big issues. Neither would work with fingerprint reader and because they were hard, my original case was lifting the sides of the protector a bit, meaning touch was less sensitive.
The first glass protector I tried was UV and when it came to taking this off, that was a little scary with this brand-new phone!
Trying to peel it back off was a hard job, was very stuck and was actually cracking as I was slowly lifting it off.
So now I have a different case that doesn't affect the protector and a film protector and all seems good now
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I see. But how about the problem with the fingerprint sensor? I see a lot of people having issues when using a tempered glass protector with their Samsung fingerprint sensors. And that's why most of them say that a TPU film is enough.
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Very little issues. Honestly it's works as well as the tpu film did I had on my s21 ultra. I wanted glass over the film on the ultra because of the pen. I wasn't sure how the pen tip would work with indenting the tpu film. I like the feel of the glass a lot better.
Before my S23U arrived I already had the case and glass ready. Didn't even power it on first, but went right away and applied this UV glass.
No issues with case causing glass come off. Glass needs to be perfectly aligned.
I did the same with my N9 that I traded in - not a scratch anywhere, although I dropped it few times and the UV glass saved it And I had N9 for full 4 years..
No issues when I took the glass off before shipping N9 back to Samsung.

After using these on my S21 Ultra, I purchased the same for my S23 Ultra and installed it today. Took about 15 minutes and extremely happy with the results. Feels like the original glass and most times don't even notice it's on. Additionally, customer support is top notch. Any issues and they send out replacements without issue. They're also available for installation support if needed.
The key is to watch the installation video and read the instructions multiple times and clean clean clean the phone.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMDLDPY6?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
I live in Asia and use Zeelot glass screen uv protector. Fingerprints work well and didn't have issue with my case
I used DomeGlass from Note9 (was little thick)>N20U and S22U and overall was good and happy but usually after few months under glass I saw "spider web" from glue on the edges.
Now in my S23U use Polish product like 3mk film and I am positive surprised good quality- thin, good sticks on the edges and low dirt from fingers similar, smooth spen use.
In this year don't miss to domeglass.
Nevertheless dome glass is good product but very expensive, installation with YT step by step is even easy
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I used DomeGlass from Note9 (was little thick)>N20U and S22U and overall was good and happy but usually after few months under glass I saw "spider web" from glue on the edges.
Now in my S23U use Polish product like 3mk film and I am positive surprised good quality- thin, good sticks on the edges and low dirt from fingers similar, smooth spen use.
In this year don't miss to domeglass.
Nevertheless dome glass is good product but very expensive, installation with YT step by step is even easy
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I'm thinking of original samsung screen protector, however there are very bad reviews from one that it is not easy to put it on, but ppl who manage to do it are very happy, no peel of on screen edge and good feeling with finger. What exactly 3mk model of film You use? Hammer maybe?
aureum said:
I'm thinking of original samsung screen protector, however there are very bad reviews from one that it is not easy to put it on, but ppl who manage to do it are very happy, no peel of on screen edge and good feeling with finger. What exactly 3mk model of film You use? Hammer maybe?
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Yes, I think too about original samsung screen protector but I will buy it after receive points (about few days) thanks to buy phone in official site. Change my 3mk if I see issues but after 1 week (I know it's small period time) all is fine with case spigen tough armor.
However I don't sure that later, will not unstick because is full dimension from corner to corner with my case.
Easy wet application like similar film protectors.
Mine is 3mk Silver protection:
Folia na ekran Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra - 3mk SilverProtection+
Antyuderzeniowa folia ochronna, wzmacnia ekran do 400%, powłoka samoregenerująca, łatwy montaż. Zabezpiecz Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. Oficjalny sklep producenta
sklep.3mk.pl
This is local product of my country - Poland
i use domeglass and spigen ultra hyprid clear case, because of Red Color from phone.
Its fit perfect together.
Dear Community,
Received a S23Ultra and now I am on the lookout for a glass(but not limited to) screen protector which allows for working Fingerprint Unlock. I wrote Glass because i guess something like the whitestone dome would dissipate the impact forces in the glass protector, instead of transmitting it to the screen. Previously i know zagg had a impact protective Film, but now they changed their products too much, it confusing.
What is your experience ? what do you recommend ?
Thanks
My phone is due to arrive tomorrow and I'll be trying these screen protectors. I've looked through all the usual brands I'd use but the S21 was a nightmare with the fingerprint reader so I had to keep it bare in the end. So, I'm going to try these and will report back ASAP.
IMBZBK [4+4 Pack] UV for Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Screen Protector Tempered Glass Accessories 4 Pack UV Glass with 4 Pack Camera Lens Protector Samsung S23 Ultra Case Friendly Fingerprint Compatible https://amzn.eu/d/2myQ2Bt
Thanks, i just ordered the whitestone dome tempered glass, although in the past with my s10 I had it crack in my hose pocket . Most probably will order some other, based on other ppls experience as I expect it not to hold up too long
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My phone is due to arrive tomorrow and I'll be trying these screen protectors. I've looked through all the usual brands I'd use but the S21 was a nightmare with the fingerprint reader so I had to keep it bare in the end. So, I'm going to try these and will report back ASAP.
IMBZBK [4+4 Pack] UV for Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Screen Protector Tempered Glass Accessories 4 Pack UV Glass with 4 Pack Camera Lens Protector Samsung S23 Ultra Case Friendly Fingerprint Compatible https://amzn.eu/d/2myQ2Bt
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Thanks for the tip, if that one has no issues with the touch, fingerprint. And no ugly cutout for the fingerprint area then its a good candidate
I bought this.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRJSJY2N?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Can't say I am overly happy with it though. I hate screen protectors with borders around the tempered glass, which wasn't mentioned in the description.
inwas looking at that one.also but you could see the black border in the pics and I'm am.guessingnit only has glue on the outer edge. I ordered the same.brand but the one that has the UV light.
jcsww said:
I bought this.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRJSJY2N?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Can't say I am overly happy with it though. I hate screen protectors with borders around the tempered glass, which wasn't mentioned in the description.
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inwas looking at that one.also but you could see the black border in the pics and I'm am.guessingnit only has glue on the outer edge. I ordered the same.brand but the one that has the UV light.
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It's full adhesive.
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I bought this.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRJSJY2N?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Can't say I am overly happy with it though. I hate screen protectors with borders around the tempered glass, which wasn't mentioned in the description.
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Hello, You are not too satisfied because of the borders or the sensitivity of the fingerprint?
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Hello, You are not too satisfied because of the borders or the sensitivity of the fingerprint?
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A bit of both. It also doesn't want to stay fully down for me. The edges have lifted but there is a second one in the box. The rear camera covers though are great.
I brought this one, https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004031147265.html
I previously had one from Mocolo and their glass is silky smooth, you can definately feel the difference between other brands.
It also works fine with fingerprint sensor!
So, just to update this thread with my choice at the moment. I installed this whitestone dome glass, fingerprint works after readding my fingerprints(actually worked with the saved ones from the naked glass but slower/had to press firmly) and now it works better, but still noticebly slower than without the protector. Having face unlock with this also on, i find it a good tradeoff.
Tbh , on my s10+ had the same glass and on some vacation found it crack in my jeans , so lets see how long this will last. Probably i will buy some other cheaper brands mentioned here after this first glass cracks. They have a really cool and easy installation procedure, got a nice fit. The glass has some dots to ensure an even separation from the screen glass, so i guess the impact protection is better that way given the depth which allows the forces to dissipate inside the hardened glue.
BR and thank you for sharing your choices of glass protectors with fingerprint working!
I use Zeelot. Fp working good and it's tempered glass
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Anyone tried Samsung official screen protector from s22ultra on 23ultra? Did it work?
aureum said:
Anyone tried Samsung official screen protector from s22ultra on 23ultra? Did it work?
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based on https://www.androidheadlines.com/2022/09/galaxy-s22-ultra-s23-ultra-side-by-side-comparison.html , i would think it should .
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based on https://www.androidheadlines.com/2022/09/galaxy-s22-ultra-s23-ultra-side-by-side-comparison.html , i would think it should .
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23ultra is more flat... i wonder if the adapter will also fit to align the screen protector. For s22u is half price cheaper than for 23ultra and i already destroy one because of dust and second in almost perfect but still some dust on the edges. I like Samsung protector as feeling with finger is almost like original gorilla glass. And it is not easy peel off on the screen edges... But i can't find anyone who already try it.
Ok I have used AmFilm for years. No issues with it sticking and fingerprint sensor worked. This year with the s23 ultra they are using different glue that doesn't stick well. Screen starts coming off for me after less than 24rs. Good product in the past terrible product now. Unless they update the glue there product this year is garbage.
On a good note I just installed the IMBZBK. Sensor working great and glue seems to be stronger. Still too early to tell but will give you guys an update after a week or so.
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I installed the Samsung one. It's plastic not glass. It's fine. Hardly notice it.
I had previously installed a glass one, but I prefer the Samsung one.
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I installed the Samsung one. It's plastic not glass. It's fine. Hardly notice it.
I had previously installed a glass one, but I prefer the Samsung one.
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Problem with film protector is that it is not very smooth hence hindering playing game which require quick and precise swiping (rhythm game)
Mrxyzl said:
Problem with film protector is that it is not very smooth hence hindering playing game which require quick and precise swiping (rhythm game)
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Actually so far the Samsung one feels great.
My Ringke lasted exactly one week before delaminating. I will install the spare but then probably move to something else.
Hi All,
There are some disturbing news regarding that 23 ultra have less scratched resistant screen. So victus is more pron to shatter but easily get scratches. As from S1 i never use screen protector and i don't carry my phone in pocket either... I use belt holster... But now i get some anxiety regarding those scratches less resistant...
Anyone here notice scratches while using the S23 phones without screen protector?
Galaxy S23 Ultra’s Gorilla Glass Victus 2 Is Not Scratch-Resistant; Owner Claims Flagship Received ‘Micro-Abrasions’ While Kept In the Pocket
One Galaxy S23 Ultra owner claims that the Gorilla Glass Victus 2 scratches easily, showing minor scratches while phone was kept in his pocket
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Well, I have the same problem, After 2 days with my phone I have 3 screen scratches on my phone, and the s22 ultra it's still like in the first day after 1 year... so .. I have just buyed a glass screen protector from Amazon.
What can I say , I don't like it but, it is what it is.
Edit, i don`t know why i have this empty space , but now it`s gone!
Is your post should have a pic? As there is none but a lot os space... Anyway that is so bad news... Where did you carry it? In pocket?
Glass is glass. Not shocking at all lol
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Glass is glass. Not shocking at all lol
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It's absolutely shocking unless people are walking around with sand in their pockets...
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It's absolutely shocking unless people are walking around with sand in their pockets...
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Yup. Keys, coins, metal won't scratch phones. Sand or dirt? Absolutely lethal. It's been like this since the dawn of glass screens.
It's the reason why i ave installed the original Samsung S22Ultra screen protector first day on my S23Ultra to no take risques... s22-Ultra screen protector is sheaper and fits perfectly... 15 dollars 2 pieces
I applied a samsung original screen protector on mine the first minute it is out of the box. When buying a phone of this price why not use a screen protector... common.. The samsung original screen protector fits so nice you dont even see or feel it is there. Glass will scratch in your pockets no matter if it is victus 2 or + or +++++x10
I have never used a screen protector on S7 Edge, Note 8, S20U, S22U and now S23U. I always use OtterBox Defender cases in a holster on my belt. Never had a scratch on any of the screens even when they suffered drops. The case edges are raised on all sides so it's nearly impossible for the glass to touch the ground if it drops. I also have a microfiber cloth and Zeiss lens cleaning solution that is safe for all coatings. Get a quality case and wipe down your phone screen when it's dirty. I wipe mine down like twice a day. Never had any problems. But if your paranoid and careless then get a screen protector if it provides you peace of mind. But my phone NEVER goes in any pocket EVER.
With every new phone release you will see threads like this. Glass is not impervious to scratches regardless of the type.
Use a screen protector if you are bothered by micro scratches.
Paul_Deemer said:
I have never used a screen protector on S7 Edge, Note 8, S20U, S22U and now S23U. I always use OtterBox Defender cases in a holster on my belt. Never had a scratch on any of the screens even when they suffered drops. The case edges are raised on all sides so it's nearly impossible for the glass to touch the ground if it drops. I also have a microfiber cloth and Zeiss lens cleaning solution that is safe for all coatings. Get a quality case and wipe down your phone screen when it's dirty. I wipe mine down like twice a day. Never had any problems. But if your paranoid and careless then get a screen protector if it provides you peace of mind. But my phone NEVER goes in any pocket EVER.
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Exactly. Pocket is a cave of danger. I play on dusty softnall diamonds. Dust and dirt everywhere. Can't risk it.
My S22 ultra never had screen protector and I put it in my pocket very often. After 1 year of daily use it has no scratches. Let's hope my new S23 ultra will continue with the same course..
Currently own a S23 Ultra also and have been carrying it around in my pocket, no scratches at all on my side (yet).
But owned a S21 Plus for 2 years as well with no Screen protector at all and it also got scratches in the long run (obviously), don't even notice it when the screen is ON.
And glass is glass after all come on...
Brava27 said:
Exactly. Pocket is a cave of danger. I play on dusty softnall diamonds. Dust and dirt everywhere. Can't risk it.
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Hasn't Samsung offered a S. Care+ plan with a private pocket cleaning assistant always walking by your side and taking care of refreshing your pocket whenever you wish to place your S23U inside of it?
Paul_Deemer said:
I have never used a screen protector on S7 Edge, Note 8, S20U, S22U and now S23U. I always use OtterBox Defender cases in a holster on my belt. Never had a scratch on any of the screens even when they suffered drops. The case edges are raised on all sides so it's nearly impossible for the glass to touch the ground if it drops. I also have a microfiber cloth and Zeiss lens cleaning solution that is safe for all coatings. Get a quality case and wipe down your phone screen when it's dirty. I wipe mine down like twice a day. Never had any problems. But if your paranoid and careless then get a screen protector if it provides you peace of mind. But my phone NEVER goes in any pocket EVER.
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I put my phones in a Spigen Tough Armor every time, I put them in my pockets, and I've never had major issues with screen scratches other than my 12 Pro Max but as long as they're not immediately visible, and don't impact the reading of the screen, I don't really care too much. It's never affected trade in values either.
I refuse to use a screen protector. I haven't done so since like the HTC Mogul days and I'm not going to start now.
aureum said:
Is your post should have a pic? As there is none but a lot os space... Anyway that is so bad news... Where did you carry it? In pocket?
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i have it in my pocket , but i always keep my phone in my pocket . Maybe i was just unlucky.
But i will start using a screen protector , hopefully it will work with fingerprint scaner.
As for why i use it without protection it´s because I was too excited to use the phone and Samsung sent me only the phone without the case i have preorder in the same time. So i have uset it like this .
But with s22 ultra i did´t have any problem and i use it at least 1 mounth without any protection (case or screen protector)
Anyway the phone is amazing otherwise.
This seems to be true. Haven't had a screen protector since the S10+ and had worst unexplained scratches after just one day of babying the phone with a good case on. 4 very visible claw like micro scratches on the lower half. No idea how this happened. Oh well, i guess I just gotta learn to stop sweating this stuff
installed my Spigen neo-flex on my S23 ultra right after I un-boxed it today, I won`t take any chances, I think the Manufacturers are try to make screen that`s too soft to keep it from cracking from drops, that's my opinion , instead of making the glass hard asf and make it more resistance to scratches.
AeroSatan said:
This seems to be true. Haven't had a screen protector since the S10+ and had worst unexplained scratches after just one day of babying the phone with a good case on. 4 very visible claw like micro scratches on the lower half. No idea how this happened. Oh well, i guess I just gotta learn to stop sweating this stuff
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This just doesn't make any sense. The normal scratch testing was done on YouTube already and the finding was that the S23 Ultra screen scratches at the exact same levels as other glass screens. Starts scratching at level 6 with deeper scratches at level 7. It's weird though, for the OnePlus 11 I watched a scratch test where it started scratching at level 5 and it's using the same Victus on the S21 Ultra, which wasn't shown to scratch that easily either.
Yeah I'm not sure how that is, I'm sure it may be more shatter proof but it seems softer because of that. The year old S22U i traded in, the screen was almost mint, no screen protector since it launched