Is it really necessary to put a screen protector on my Nook Color, or is the screen pretty durable?
I don't want to put anything on it that will lessen the sensitivity of the capacitive screen.
Thanks.
Obviously you run more of a risk without one, but I feel the same way you do about the sensitivity...I personally use a cover that folds open like a book (as opposed to a pouch), so that protects it just fine in transit, while leaving the screen bare when in use.
I also figure the risks are a bit different for this vs a cell phone, since you're not carrying it around with your pocket (with your car keys), moving around a lot while using it, etc...
So yeah...if you're paranoid, you can use one, but due to the nature of the device I feel its screen isn't really at risk. Plus it does seem pretty durable.
I don't think it is necessary. However, I heard the protector will make your screen darker. If you think the screen is too bright even when you set to the low brightness, then get a screen protector.
I have a case, but I don't think it is necessary either if you don't carry outside of your home.
I got myself a clear screen protector just because i couldn't find an anti glare one. I prefer to use one because
1)Its easy to clean the screen protector than the nook screen
2)The clear one does not make any difference in screen quality afaik. I hear the anti glare one makes it a little darker
3)the obvious worry about scratching the screen but thats really not a major issue due to the nature of the device.
I have a screen protector on mine. And notice no difference to the touch screen sensitivity. Its also a piece of mind. Cause if i scratch my screen by accident all i have to do is replace my screen protector.
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Have always used protectors on touch screens myself. Subscribe to better to have one and not need it than need one and not have it. Get a good one and sensitivity should not be affected.
I prefer the matte feel of the screen protector vs bare glass. I think it goes without saying that a device with such a large surface of glass has a greater chance of being marred in some way.
Yeah, don't cheap out. Get a zagg or similar one that isn't just a 10 cent cheapo from China and you get minimal to no reduction in sensitivity, while actually keeping your screen clearer because there aren't smudges, scuffs, and fingerprints all over the screen.
I have the Barnes and Noble anti-glare screen protector, and it makes a significant difference if you plan on using it in sunlight.
A screen protector seems to help/resolve the complaint that many have about the screen being too sensitive and of it being sensitive to dirt & moisture .. my experience says it helps quite a bit ...
I have the B&N Anti-Glare Screen protector and I have no noticeable decline in touch sensitivity. Easy to clean and looks great in Stock mode or with the Nookie Froyo.
I have a non glare protector... I like it better, personal preference.
i use a protector simply because it has a matte surface.. i hate glossy surfaces (ie the nook's virgin screen)
i got mine for $3 shipped on ebay and it fits and looks great
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I have the Barnes and Noble anti-glare screen protector, and it makes a significant difference if you plan on using it in sunlight.
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Not only that, but fingerprints are almost a thing of the past.
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So I've just adjusted my anti smudge (matt effect) screen protector, washed it off and re-applied but I couldn't help notice how vivid the screen looks without a screen protector on. I remember talk when I got my Hero that you didn't need a protector due to the coating on the screen. Is this the case with the Nexus One?
How simple would it be, if I did scratch the screen (I don't think I would, I never put it in a pocket with anything else in for example) to have just the screen replaced? Can I take it to a shop, do I have to send it away? Is it expensive? How long could it take?
How about you guys? I just automatically order and apply a screen protector, am I in the minority or majority?
I've always been a strong supporter of screen protectors. You can get a decent quality protector for a measly $2-$3. Once you take your time to install it (using tape to remove *any* imperfections), it will last for quite some time on your phone.
If the protectors peel off of your phone quickly, then either the protector is crappy quality, the installation wasn't great, or more importantly, your phone is being subjected to physical torture. If the protector is rubbing off the phone, then be happy there is even a protector on the screen. If it wasn't there, a lot of the "rubbage" would have been directed onto the screen itself causing micro-scratches, or worse. Get a crystal clear if you do not like the matte-blur of the anti-glare film.
It's like insurance. You get it just in case something were to go wrong, but hope that it doesn't. A $3, and 10 minute investment is worth not having to deal with the stress/financial burden of finding and paying for a screen replacement, and dealing with the thought of, "if I only had purchased a screen protector..."
(Also, it can help when it comes time to sell the phone)
LOL, what were you doing with the phone?!? vibrate function?
in answer to OP, i used to, i took it off.
I've not used a screen protector since I ditched my sidekick II many years ago. Manged to use my HTC Dream for well over a year and my CDMA Hero for about 6 months and now my N1 for about 3 months with zero scratches or anything on any of the phones. I've NEVER had the thought of "oh no i wish i would've gotten a screen protector" but every time i look down at that beautiful screen on my N1 i'm glad i DON'T have one.
Be careful with your phone, it IS like a $600 gadget, treat it as such.
Simply put, no you don't need a screen protector. Check this video out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfqwKa4bT74
If you're careful with your phone and you're mostly just worried about whether keys in your pocket will scratch up the screen, you should be fine without one. That said, a screen protector is only a few bucks and I think it's an investment worth making for a $600 phone. It doesn't hinder the touchscreen's sensitivity and it doesn't hurt having another layer of protection on there.
Also I find that I have better success selling a phone if I ship it with the screen protector and say that it has been on the device since day one. Just IMO
I use an invisible shield screen protector purely for the reduced problem of fingerprints.
I found I was forever having to wipe the screen without the protector.
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I use an invisible shield screen protector purely for the reduced problem of fingerprints.
I found I was forever having to wipe the screen without the protector.
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Honestly, this is the only reason I want to get a screen protector. I hate having to clean the screen constantly. Apparently I have greasy fingers. Are there any screen protectors that someone would recommend to avoid finger prints?
I used a well-thought-of static matte finish protector for a couple of weeks. I was trying to reduce glare in bright conditions.
PROs:
It DOES reduce glare (see CONs for why this really wasn't all that...)
It makes using Swype much nicer.
The negative effect on touch sensitivity was really very slight.
It reduces fingerprinting, but it doesn't make the phone immune from grubbiness
CONs:
The Nexus experience is MUCH less vivid with the protector in place.
Even though glare is reduced, usability in really bright (read - outdoor in the sun) conditions was not significantly improved.
I don't use a case, so the protector got noticeably scratched.
You would be hard-pressed to significantly scratch the glass screen, except by trying to do it.
I ditched the protector after about 2 weeks, and like the phone better without it.
I ordered a BSE kit for mine since it was less than $10 and I thought I'd give it a try, I haven't installed it yet simply because I don't like the shinny finish of it. I was considering putting it on the screen only for finger print reduction (anyone know if it makes a difference there?)
As for the rest of the phone, has anyone managed to scratch the soft touch material on the back or had it start to peel? The same material is used on the controls of a lot of cars and its known to peel quite easily.
I'm not fond of screen protectors. Screen seems durable enough if you treat your phone with proper care.
I have seen lots of threads about the crystal clear screen protectors and what to get. But what about anti glare ones? I want one that hides finger prints well. Which one do people usually go for?
The one we got from our local Verizon store has been the best screen protector I have used. It hides glare along with fingerprints I believe the screen protector was the same one you can get from Verizon. I have used screen protectors for everything from Nintendo DS, Tmobile G1, T-mobile My Touch, Lowrance H20c GPS, Lowarance Endura GPS.
I just bought some cheap matte screen protectors off ebay and I am very unsatisfied. Makes everything appear blurry and seems to be more reflective than my clear ones.
So I am wondering this as well... I've had good experience with matte protectors in the past since they Ward off fingerprints but this one is unsatisfactory.
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Fyi I think I figured out why matte screen protectors look so bad on our phones. I'm used to my iPod touch matte screen protector which doesn't blur the screen very much at all, but then I noticed the difference in HEIGHT from the screen to the top of the glass display. If you look you'll notice there's quite a considerable gap. My iPod touch has very little distance between the surface and the screen. Unfortunately, the more distance between the matte material and the subject (in this case our screen) the blurrier the subject will be when viewed through the matte material.
So in short, matte screen protectors dont play nice with our phones period. Its part of the design and nature of the beast. Your best better is to get one of the many crystal clear screen protectors. I heard good things about the seidio one so I ordered a package of two...
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SGP Steinheil Anti Fingerprint is the best one I've found. It's not blurry but it does look a little grainy up close. IMO it's a worthwhile tradeoff for having an anti-glare matte finish and no fingerprint smudges.
yeah im with whipstitch on this i have the spg anti-fingerprint one and i like it a lot it makes moving my finger across my screen super easy and they have a nice feel to them and they aren't to blurry only if you hold it really close to your face but other wise its fine.
The Boxwave doesn't sacrifice any quality but is a bit on the pricy side. From what i've seen, its the best.
Blah you guys are making me think twice about these types! Ill have to order some and see what happens. I can always fall back on the seidio ones if I'm not happy I suppose.
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I'm using SGP Crystal Clear, and I love it. It's extremely anti-fingerprint compared to the stock screen, in my opinion (although it may not be as anti-fingerprint as the "Anti-Fingerprint" model). I just didn't want to sacrifice any visual quality, and I'm happy with the protector I got.
SGP, hands down.
I'm using the screen protectors from verizon. For $15 you get a set of 3.
They are not matte, but I don't struggle with glare.
I've been using the same first protector for 5months.
The highest reason I recommend this screen protector is that it's smooth.
I use the swype keyboard and other screen protectors produce dragwhen I swype my finger.
I've been using a matte screen protector on my Galaxy Tab since I got it. Loved that it barely needed wiping..but hated the "rainbow" color effect it had on the screen, particularly on whites. Replaced it yesterday with a clear/gloss protector and i like it better, even though it attracts fingerprints like anything. I was just wondering, since the SGT has a gorilla glass screen, do we really need to use a screen protector for it?
Does anybody use their tab naked?
(i'm talking about the Tab here being naked, not you)
I just feel like I might be missing out on a better Galaxy Tab experience because I keep my tab in a thick case with a screen protector.
I tired it once. It feels smother actually, and considering the gorilla glass, a protector isn't really needed. However, there's probably the psychological impact of it. You know, glass is still glass.
I use the tab naked and naked ;-)
no screen protector but a case that protects realy nice.
http://www.amazon.de/Samsung-EF-C98...CLR8/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1306144564&sr=8-4
I am using the anti-glare screen guard.. it guards perfectly for my oily fingers hehe..
Sorry man, I don't think you will get a perfect answer. Some people's screens will have never scratched however some do get scratched although they are careful. Gorilla glass is not scratch proof, just more resistant to scratches than a normal non enhanced glass or plastic screen. There may be minerals in all sorts of places (cleaning cloth, pocket, car seat) which are harder than glass which could scratch your tabs screen.
The fact that you have been putting screen protectors in the first place and also have created this thread gives me the impression that you want a perfect screen. But there is always a trade off... no protection gives smoother and a greater touchscreen experience but a protector will prevent any possible scratches to your screen.
My advice would be for you to leave your screen protector on. Glossy is fine as fingerprints are not really visible when backlight is on.
I have used them for a while. I installed a XO Skin on my gtab and my 10.1 io. The best thing, (besides stopping scratches) is they hide finger prints and smudges. Heres a link
Screen protectors from xoskins
I used the code byublue for $3 off, paid for shipping..
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I use the tab naked and naked ;-)
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Same here and I have absolutely no scratches on the screen. I do however keep my tab in a case whenever it isn't in use.
i guess there is no definite answer to this, as with a lot of things, it comes down to preference...
honestly now that i think about it, having a screen protector gives me the peace of mind that i did everything I could to protect the screen. I let other people use it, i stuff it in my bag with more confidence. If i take the screen protector off I might end up being an over-protective galaxy tab parent, always polishing the screen, always checking for scratches.
I think i'll be sticking with the glossy protector for a while.
ps. can anyone suggest the clearest possible screen protector i could get?
I used my Tab for 4 months naked without issue, then got a little paranoid before going on holiday.
The day after the Techskin arrived (and before I put it on) I drop the Tab on my driveway resulting in 2 tiny marks The marks aren't huge, but I can't help but notice them everytime I see the screen
*sigh*
I have used a screen protector on all my past tablets ( my GT is my 5th tablet ).
Using the protector allowed me to sell my previous tablets (when upgrading to the next one) with a 100% looking screen.
I use the GT without a screen protector (and with a case permanently on), as I intend to keep it for a while - and at the time I will maybe want to sell it, it will not be worth too much whether there are slight traces of use on the screen or not. It does look better and has better touch sensitivity with no screen protector on - no doubt about that.
But if I ever get a scratch on the glass - I can still put a screen protector on, which makes that scratch disappear.
My second current table (iPad) has a screen protector on, as my small kids often play on it . Also, the ipad has no case on it (only a back cover) - so the front is more exposed.
I use skinomi on my tab, incrediable, and ipod touch. They are almost like a vinyl. Very clear and I had very small bubbles when I installed it but the next day all of the imperfections disappeared. Like if you get a piece of dust under there during installation you don't get the air bubble with it. And they are cut to fit.
I was given a screen protector when I bought mine in the shop. They even applied it for me I think it the brand was screenguard.
I have a case for the tab, so i don't know how scratch resistant it is. As for the screen, it still looks great, but at extreme angles, there are coloured grains when viewing whites.
Its overall very good and is sized perfectly, I sometimes forget there's a screen protector!
I used my tab without screen protector. Screen protector is useless for a gorilla glass. I already tried scratching my tab using a key and scissor. No scratch at all. Try it guys.
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I got the Invisible Shield protector from Zagg. They had a 50% off deal going for Memorial Day, so it came to like $13. From what I read, I might not need it. But I still bought it, just in case. Now all I'm waiting for is my Tab to arrive from Woot!
I use one of those cheapy anti-glare matte screen protectors. It makes reading things on the tab a bit easier on the eyes and prevents a lot of fingerprint smudging, however it also covers up the nice screen. So it just boils down to preference since the tab's screen is made of gorilla glass.
Screen Protector definitely. I love the gloss screen but fingerprints annoy me and glare can be bothersome. I got 3 for $4 bucks and only used one so I figure if a huge gouge gets in the screen protector the screen will be good and I have 2 extras.
I acquired my gsm galaxy tab last week, and I am extremely pleased with it. However I have been using it without a screen protector or a case. Unfortunately, I have managed to get abminornscrstch on the screen of my Tab. I was travelling with it in my pocket, but I never kept it with anything else, nevertheless I somehow managed to scratch it. So now I am on the lookout for a decent screen protector as I suspect my device's gorilla glass screen is probably not the strongest, all devices are not equal, there will always be some minor variation in quality in the hardware between devices, eg, CPU - some can be heavily undervolted AND overclocked and others freeze even if you attempt a minor overclock.
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It is not necessary to use a protector screen with gorilla glass!! Protect your Tab with a neoprene case!
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I myself use that plastic film that came on my GTab when I bought it. You know, those cheap screen protectors that are added on at the factory before they get to the consumer. I just carefully peel the screen protector off, so as not to bend it, and then cut the little tab part off of it and rounded it out to fit the dimensions of the screen. Then I will spray water onto the tacky part that touches the screen and place it back on and the squeegee out the water to the edges. Works perfect every time, and it is removable and reusable. I do this will all of my phones too.
Matt screen protector all the way.
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I have been looking for oil-resistant screen protectors for this phone all over the internet. Do any of you have one that is oil resistant but CLEAR?
Because I used Steinheil Fingerprint Proof and it really affected the vision (it's a matte material :S? no idea). Is it possible for there to be a screen protector that is fingerprint free AND clear?
I just bought a "5pcs Clear LCD Screen Protectors For Motorola XT720 701" off ebay.
It says its Fingerprint Free, but I don't know if I could trust that. Because I got a screen protector from HK saying it reduces fingerprints, but it still had oil stains.
So, any Fingerprint resistant AND clear screen protectors that people can recommend?
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I have been looking for oil-resistant screen protectors for this phone all over the internet. Do any of you have one that is oil resistant but CLEAR?
Because I used Steinheil Fingerprint Proof and it really affected the vision (it's a matte material :S? no idea). Is it possible for there to be a screen protector that is fingerprint free AND clear?
I just bought a "5pcs Clear LCD Screen Protectors For Motorola XT720 701" off ebay.
It says its Fingerprint Free, but I don't know if I could trust that. Because I got a screen protector from HK saying it reduces fingerprints, but it still had oil stains.
So, any Fingerprint resistant AND clear screen protectors that people can recommend?
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Screen protectors are worse than fingerprints. I used some of the best in the market like zagg and bodyguardz. They are clear in the start but slowly accumulate scratches and imperfections and decolourize ruining your viewing experience. Not to mention they too attract fingerprints. I removed my zagg after 4 months and I enjoy my phone ten times more. Just wipe it on your shirt when it gets a lil dirty. Besides fingerprints dont show up when the screen is on anyways. Its only when the screen is off that you notice them.
Our XT720's screen is made of Gorilla Glass, which is very hard and scratch proof. So, unless you'd like an anti-glare (another word for matte) protector, you won't need clear or whatever. As Sorhab said, screen protectors are made of plastic and can easily be scratched.
Only matte screen protectors are fingerprint free. Even that, you still need to wipe it with mild soap-liquid at least once a month to clear.
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i was afraid of that, because Matte traps light in AND out. so on a bright day, the screen is less bright, and the sunlight is trapped inside, giving off a generally hard to see screen.
I'm a bit of a clean screen freak. Ive been using no screen protector for a few days and I always end up having to wipe it alot. Everything is a lot clearer though.
I guess there really is no hope. If I want oil-free, then I have to sacrifice clarity and brightness right
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i was afraid of that, because Matte traps light in AND out. so on a bright day, the screen is less bright, and the sunlight is trapped inside, giving off a generally hard to see screen.
I'm a bit of a clean screen freak. Ive been using no screen protector for a few days and I always end up having to wipe it alot. Everything is a lot clearer though.
I guess there really is no hope. If I want oil-free, then I have to sacrifice clarity and brightness right
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Go without the screen protector, our XT720's have one of the most beautiful screens and resolution. Overtime youll come to notice them less. Its only when we buy something new that we are anal about cleanliness
I have the device for some time now, I clean the screen when it dirty, and when not used, it either docked in it's dock for charge, or stored in my SENA leather pouch, is there still any need for a screen protector? I do baby my devices, I have some old SE K800, that now my mom use, and except some very little scratches, on the screen (it actually made of glass with some nice layer of anti reflect ), it looks like new, I don't put my devices in pockets of my jeans or so, as I always go around with a backpack with all my stuff, be the smartphone in separate pocket.
I read some thread around the net, from what I understood, there a couple types of screen protectors:
dry or wet installation, and glare or anti glare, some has oleophobic layer, there even a glass protector to protect the glass to protect the glas LOL.
I do like how anti glare once, look indoors, and outdoors, but as for the quality of the display quality, it not worth it, you have an HD resolution display, even though it's a PenTile type, it still on paper has HD resolution, anti glare just make it look so bad, I don't know how the more pricey ones, work with it, but if I compare it to my 24" IPS DELL computer display, it's difference of day and night (and in negative form, DELL is much better), so yes I do hate the glare, it much easier to read from matte display, but it the manufacturer thought it need to be glare, and there no option to choose matte or glare (like you have in let say, laptops), I don't know how you guys like anti glare screen protectors.
Then there the standard screen protector we all know, the problem is, they just don't feel like the sleek cool glass, it harder to swipe, and play games with them, I know it's not Gorilla glass, but I just hate to buy a device for resale value, I like all about it, and I don't have the money to replace device every then and now, also I don't run after the newest and best devices at all, when I understood I need a NEXUS, then all I buy is NEXUS, just for the NEXUS experience, and thats basicly all I care about, not that much about the specs, as I don't have so much of a choice, because it's NEXUS.
Also, I just hate dry installation screen protectors, and the one, that we have for the device, not cover all the screen, because it curved, so I maybe consider, a wet installation protector, but then again, they from what I seed, has a weird orange peel feel, and they not feel like the glass, at all, so I just don't know, do I need or don't ? I just like to feel the device, like it is, actually I use the SENA pouch, because I use the dock to charge the device, and don't want to wear the USB port, and that the best and only choice, that feel and looks nice, and protect the device very well, also the screen. as it inside made of soft velvet material, and also, I just can't use any other type of case, as I need it be easily removed from the device, when I need a charge, if I did..the case would wear and tear very fast, and get scratched, and what not.
Thoughts?
tl;dr summary: Do I need a screen protector? and with one?
But what about screen protector? As been said I do have SANA made sleeve, but do I really need to add a screen protector?
I think I want to try a wet install, but don't want to shell much $$$, what the options ?
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I would say don't bother with a screen protector. None of them offer the clarity or the feel of the bare glass.
I've had my n7 since launch and use it for looking at things while working on my car and it's still in perfect condition.
I've only recently put an anti glare one on since it's mostly being used as the head unit in my car. Helps with glare and finger prints but the display quality really suffers.
That the whole point, it just not the same feeling, I know there there a glass screen protectors, but they just destroy the design, and they cost $$$, I may do resell my devices, but not the near future, I mainly want the NEXUS experience, only when Google drop update support, then I may think to sell them, I can't kind of stop thinking of it, but come to conclusion, that I want a clear oleophobic screen protector, are those 10 for 5$ and so from eBay, any good? also they need to be changed from time to time, so better to buy a pack. Why manufacturers actually make the devices with glare screen? I mean, for example, in some notebooks you have TN panel, and then when it used with glare type layer, it kind of shows better colours, and brightness, but with AMOLED, IPS displays? what the point ? the only thing I can think of is, they used with touch panel, and like many things touch, being this a mouse trackpad from glass or plastic, or again touch panels, they can't be made sleek enough to work with, and they have to be made with glare finish, on other hand, old WM devices was all matte finish from what I remember, but they was recitative.
Matte screen protector will be better especially for gaming, though I removed mine because it is culprit of the screen flicker that I've been annoyed for when I got my nexus. Happy using it without protector, you'll appreciate better the quality.
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matte screen protectors makes swiping so much smoother but I have yet to find one that doesn't degrade the quality of the screen. dry clear protectors are much closer to the glass feel but they do also get a lot of fingerprints. Ive also tried wet install and the screen feels a bit rubbery, very different feel from the glass.
I have seen a video in the internet where they dropped two iPhones, one with screen protector and one without. The one with protector didn't cracked the glass so I guess screen protectors are very cheap investment that can add extra protection to our device, especially I've seen lots of accounts that cracked their nexus 7 after accidentally dropping them. It's possible that the video is not applicable to nexus 7 since they are bigger but still, I don't want to take any chances
I ordered 3 Xtremeguard in the end, the price is good, and most agree that for the price, they worth it..will se how it will out, but again, you say even that I use it at home, and the screen is protected, when not in use, there still a need of screen protector?
I don't use one. I like to just have the official Nexus 7 case with the flip cover. It keeps the screen safe when I'm not using it.
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I don't use one. I like to just have the official Nexus 7 case with the flip cover. It keeps the screen safe when I'm not using it.
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The best screen protector experience i had was with a ghost armor in my atrix. I had to peel it off because sand got under one corner in the beach, but it lasted 1yr and a few months with no problem. Reeeally finger friendly, not sticky at all, i could swipe better with the protector than with the bare glass and very flexible. I would get it for the nexus if i were in usa again.
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The best screen protector experience i had was with a ghost armor in my atrix. I had to peel it off because sand got under one corner in the beach, but it lasted 1yr and a few months with no problem. Reeeally finger friendly, not sticky at all, i could swipe better with the protector than with the bare glass and very flexible. I would get it for the nexus if i were in usa again.
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With the Nexus 7 that I use in a thin hard case most of the time, I prefer for the screen to be more naked. Since half the time exposure to it's surface is going to be minimized. (That and large 'decent' protectors are expensive).
Where as on my Nexus 4, at the very least I put an invisible shield on the front. Can opt for either the HD for clarity/glass-like, or the older "military grade" one if you prefer the more 'rubber' feel to it (And also seems to sort of dissipate the fingerprint effect). Only because I would be using my phone more, and more likely used with one hand or constantly taking in and out of my pocket.
It's a personal choice. I just prefer the invisible shield because it's one of the few that you can pay 20-30 (for phone size) for, that seems to keep it's quality and place on the phone for nearly 2 years if not more (ie: you'll probably upgrade your phone before you replace that screen).