Hi everyone. Today I got my otterbox defender case. Everything good except for the screen protector. It has an area in the middle, which when touches to the screen makes it appear to have something like an Oil stain on the asphalt:
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But very light version of it. It can be very annoying in the bright light.
Does anyone else experiencing it?
Nope. That's not normal!
I removed the screen protector from mine anyway.
apallohadas said:
Nope. That's not normal!
I removed the screen protector from mine anyway.
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Ow I didnt know that it is removable. I did it and put custom screen protector. Works super
Yes I do too.
I have had a my defender for about a week and I have had that same problem since about the third day.
yeah, it looks like an oil stain but i think it's actually electricity or something. the way to fix it is to either add a screen protector or to very lightly dust the area with baby powder.
AntonJart said:
Ow I didnt know that it is removable. I did it and put custom screen protector. Works super
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If you pull the screen protector out of the Defender case, then if you drop the phone on it's face you may break the screen instead of the Defender protector. The Amazon review has a complaint from someone who had this very thing happen - he was complaining that one could not order a replacement screen protector (and this after it saved his phone)...
AntonJart said:
Hi everyone. Today I got my otterbox defender case. Everything good except for the screen protector. It has an area in the middle, which when touches to the screen makes it appear to have something like an Oil stain on the asphalt:
But very light version of it. It can be very annoying in the bright light.
Does anyone else experiencing it?
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If i got you right then that is moisture that builds up and you just open it a bit against a clean breeze i.e partly open the case to allow wind to flow through and hold it out of your car window while you drive around. The wind will pick up all the moisture
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If you pull the screen protector out of the Defender case, then if you drop the phone on it's face you may break the screen instead of the Defender protector. The Amazon review has a complaint from someone who had this very thing happen - he was complaining that one could not order a replacement screen protector (and this after it saved his phone)...
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Logically, if you're dropping your phone in a fashion where some corner is impacting the screen, then it'd go right through that plastic either way.
The plastic is basically a scratch prevention device. Any serious impact would pass through it like a second board under a Chuck Norris roundhouse kick.
apallohadas said:
Logically, if you're dropping your phone in a fashion where some corner is impacting the screen, then it'd go right through that plastic either way.
The plastic is basically a scratch prevention device. Any serious impact would pass through it like a second board under a Chuck Norris roundhouse kick.
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I'm just quoting the experience of a reviewer I read. His otterbox screen protector broke, but the screen on his HD2 did not. The fact that the otterbox screen protector broke indicates it is not merely plastic.
I don't know if I agree with your statement. If you look closely, the otterbox plastic protector has what appears to be reinforcements running through it; it is not just plain plastic. It only shows up in certain lights and at certain angles.
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I'm just quoting the experience of a reviewer I read. His otterbox screen protector broke, but the screen on his HD2 did not. The fact that the otterbox screen protector broke indicates it is not merely plastic.
I don't know if I agree with your statement. If you look closely, the otterbox plastic protector has what appears to be reinforcements running through it; it is not just plain plastic. It only shows up in certain lights and at certain angles.
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I have two of those now and I can say that the plastic film is bending easy, which means it will bend under the hit. I actually use a screen protector film and OtterBox's protector at the same time.
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I have two of those now and I can say that the plastic film is bending easy, which means it will bend under the hit. I actually use a screen protector film and OtterBox's protector at the same time.
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I also use a screen protector, because it cuts down on the problem of having the plastic touch the glass screen.
I own also an Otterbox Defender Case und use it with HD2, without problem as described above. I use the original screen protector slide on HD2 (between original screen and Otterbox screen protectr)
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I purchased this based on some feedback I had read one some other forums. I have tried nearly every major screen protector out there (Spigen, RearthUSA, Incipio, PowerSupportUSA, Switcheasy, BodyGuardz, XO Skins, Best Skins Ever, a ton of cheap ones off Amazon, Zagg, etc.). Up until this point, I had always found the Ultra Crystal from Spigen to be the best overall. Not anymore.
Before I get started I want to mention that the Martin Fields Screen protectors are not cheap. One screen protector for the Nexus 7 is $29.99 ($34.99 for one iPad protector and $16.99 for one Galaxy Nexus protector)and it only comes with one screen protector and a set of instructions. That's it. I will say that the packaging is very environmentally friendly for those that care (makes no difference to me).
One issue I've always found to be a huge problem with these dry, crystal clear screen protectors (Again, think Spigen Ultra Crystal) is that they show fingerprints so easily that it really can become a huge nuisance and to my surprise this one doesn't show much at all. I would say it's nearly as good at resisting fingerprints as a matte finish screen protector.
A very innovative feature this screen protector offers is that it is completely removable. They include a Mylar sheet that you can stick it to if you need to take it off. Just apply a small piece of scotch tape at the bottom corner and slowly pull to remove it. This does bring up the biggest problem that I have with this protector though. It is somewhat brittle. It will crease if you aren't careful with it.
Turn on a steamy shower and install. Be patient as these things are a perfect fit and will require some patience to install.
Quick Summary:
PROS:
As clear as any I've ever used
Does not pick up oils like most clear, dry application screen protectors generally do
Feels as close to glass as anything I've ever used
Reusable
Covers entire screen
Comes with a Camera Lens cover as well
CONS:
Not cheap. If you purchase directly from MartinFields.com it is $16.99 + $4.99 shipping. Be aware of fakes on Amazon.
Doesn't come with much. Just a simple paper package, a screen protector and a Mylar sheet to apply it to if you decide to take it off and use it later.
Fragile, it will crease if you aren't careful
Martin Field's Link
Oh! Thank you Breezer for posting this review! We all low you so much!
Martin field are awesome. I'm using one on my galaxy nexus since January and it's still in perfect shape. I would buy that for my N7 but I'm keeping it naked.
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Um... They need to change one of their tests...
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The one to the left is martin fields, the middle is window glass, the right is a competitor
http://www.martinfields.com/US/feature-less-fingerprints-and-smudges
The clarity is deceiving, but easily illustrates the point.
Hyrax said:
Um... They need to change one of their tests...
The one to the left is martin fields, the middle is window glass, the right is a competitor
http://www.martinfields.com/US/feature-less-fingerprints-and-smudges
The clarity is deceiving, but easily illustrates the point.
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Lmao! Yea um I don't see how they could overlook that.
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Lmao! Yea um I don't see how they could overlook that.
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Hahahaha! That is hilarious. They do show fingerprints like a lot of dry application protectors but they don't have that blue smear effect ou get (Ultra Crystal).
So I purchased one of these and installed it this afternoon. All is well except three of the corners have a bubble and appear slightly lifted. The protector appears to be installed properly and no amount of rubbing with a credit card or fingers can get these edges to stick. Fwiw, I tried a reinstallation and have not touched the adhesive side.
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How easy to install screen protector like this on Nexus 7?
I have concern for dust particles, bubbles and imperfection because 7" is not quite small.
And how is it with the touch, swiping, etc. still good?
If you can make some photos showing from corner to corner, that would be awesome.
Thanks for your review btw, I am considering to use this MF screen protector + some kind of back-case ala Incipio Feather for phones
I have installed probably 10 different protectors on devices of various shapes and sizes, and I find that with patience, the bigger the device, the easier it is to get the protector aligned properly. But it does take patience as you can spend 15-30 minutes just fishing dust out with scotch tape without getting fingerprints on the back side of the protector to get a perfect, bubble free adhesion.
I gave up on running a hot shower while doing it as it just makes the dust harder to find if it gets on the screen anyways, and for me it always seems to.
Does anyone know if a Tempered Glass screen protector would work with a Otterbox Defender(with the Otterbox screen pushed out). I like the MIME Tempered Glass screen protector but dont know if it will work with a Otterbox Defender and not have any gaps between the edge and the case.
I have the defender case with an anti glare SP on and it seems to work great... I'm not too sure about the tempered glass ones, but with this SP, it doesn't fully cover up to the edges, but the case covers those areas perfectly... I'm really happy I got rid of the crappy otterbox SP
If by "pushing the screen out" you mean removing the plastic film covering the screen then I think it should work. I can confirm a perfect fit for the Commuter, but with a Defender im guessing the MIME would be a little bit too thick
Yes i mean take out the Otterbox Screen protector and putting a tempered glass on in its place, im just worried about the tempered glass protector will not go under the Defender cases edges around the phone so its sealed from debris and stuff. If its too think i can shave off a little bit of the underside of the case if needed to get a good fit but i really dont want to do that. Ive just heard and read that the tempered glass is better for a Note 2 than a zagg because of the s pen can cause the zagg to mess up.
I think there would be problems using a MIME glass with a defender. Some parts of the case will be covering the glass protector. Im not so sure about the edges of the phone, but Im pretty sure you would have problems with the top parts, where the front facing camera and the sensors are placed.
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I have a MIME ghost glass SP with a defender and it works perfectly. Yes the top part of the glass is covered by the front of the case buts it better since it creates a seal like the original sp did.
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aznpr1de808 said:
I have a MIME ghost glass SP with a defender and it works perfectly. Yes the top part of the glass is covered by the front of the case buts it better since it creates a seal like the original sp did.
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Can you post pics? I would like to see, ive read and heard that Otterbox was going to revise the Defender for the Note 2 but havent heard anything from them or seen anything about what they are going to do to it. I love my Otterbox Defender but the screen lets too much dust and debris under it, i cleaned it a few minutes ago with a micro fiber cloth and i already have a little bit of dust under it.
Also how are you liking the battery mod you have done?
Hi people, i just registered here to share my somewhat of a solution to the defender screen protector problem on the Note 2. It still shouldnt be like this after spending this kind of money on a case, but still its way better than stock.
I got my defender knowing about the screenprotector problem but I found it to be the only case protective enough for my liking.
I believe the problem comes from a combination of the substantial amount of glue between the frame and the protector, and the curved screen. I believe the glue pushes the protector down towards the edges of the screen, making the middle of the protector pop up along the sloping screen, so it actually lifts away from the screen in the middle.
What I did was very simple. I first popped the protector out of the frame. I did this with my hands without heating it because its a very flimsy and weak connection anyway. For those afraid to break it you could heat it up with a hair dryer first.
Then next thing i removed pretty much all of the glue, but i didnt wipe the 2 parts clean, leaving bits of what you could describe as a very thin anti-slip layer.
Next thing i had the phone in the rear part of the case, aligned the detached screen protector with a clean screen, and gently clicked the top frame on.
This leaves me with a very snug fitting protector that is not moving at all. I will post an update if this proves to be a short term thing but so far its doing great.
Eli.
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Since my tablet is rather brand new, I decided not to remove the plastic wrapping that has 90% of the tablet covered up.
I managed to poke a few holes for my headphones jack, the USB socket for my USB cable to charge and move files around, and the last two slot holes for my keyboard dock.
I wanted to know if this is okay as an alternative to dirt-cheap screen protectors for finger smudges and small drips of water?
Below are some of the pictures:
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And here's the many fingernail scratches the plastic wrapping had endured from my usages.
Why are all the screen protectors jerky and rubbery? Skinomi, ZAgg, fosmon. Anyone care to add one to the list. Go right ahead.
I honestly don't know what it is with screen protectors I've tried.
The one I had for the tf101 was fine. The fosmon for the n7 was OK.
Ive found just giving it a good rub down with a microfibre cloth is good. Skinning it is cool looking but kind of flaky. It already looks cool. A nice case or hopefully some decent screen protector will come alongalong but don't spend too much money on a screen protector cause I for me its been 3 strikes. Or maybe I'm not getting it.
So, the plastic wrapping that came with the tablet is good enough for the job? I shouldn't buy screen protectors?
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So, the plastic wrapping that came with the tablet is good enough for the job? I shouldn't buy screen protectors?
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The wrapping is crap mate. Peel it off. This device doesn't need a screen protector IMO.
I agree. Screen protectors are like wrapping that new comfy couch in plastic to protect it (uhuuuuu!) totally ruining your enjoyment of it! Tear the wrapper off and enjoy the gorgeous screen, get a microfiber cloth for the fingerprints - as long as you don't drag keys or screwdrivers across the glass nothing will happen to it.
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Hm...
My last experience with a Corning Gorilla Glass without a screen protector for my HTC phone resulted me having multiple tiny scratches made with just my fingernails scratching the surface while I was scrolling up and down on a website. So this is why I'm a bit worried.
No! keep it on! Put the tablet back into its original packaging box after every usage for best protection too. Just joking.. Honestly, just go naked.. Enjoy your device at its best.
Ok, keeping it on. Thanks for your suggestion.
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Ok, keeping it on. Thanks for your suggestion.
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Boo.... Peel it off. Seriously it doesn't need it on
I have this fosmon screen protector. Was a set of 3 for about $8 I would have to agree naked is best but I decided to give the second fosmon a try after reading that some of the screen protectors have to cure or set before they harden. Not sure if this is the case after the hell I've been through with the first ones. This one is OK. Has some bubbles I didn't put it on properly but feels decent. I'm getting a replacemnet from Skinomi so ill be giving that another try then let you know. Then if it is rubbery does not cure or harden then ill put the 3rd fosmons on. But Naked is better. I actually kind of like the screen protector. Then I know its safe.
The 700 fits the 701.
i bought the screen protector from caseen. it`s good and i prefer the protector on, sure it reduces the color a touch, and feels a little different but a good one will do wonders when you have had it 6 months and there's feint touches showing. because chances are they would be there on the screen if it didn`t have the protector.
however since my tablet is in repair and i lost the second backup sheet in the pack i now have no protector i guess when it comes back.
I`m also assuming it will come back just as fault as the original so i am therefore not bothered about the protector,
i will wait for this trio book and perhaps upgrade to that after waiting a few months and seeing how it goes games wise and build quality wise. I wonder how a celeron performs graphically in an android?
Fits the Urbane perfectly, easy to put on, only $10. It's nothing super special but it does the trick (It is made for the LG Watch R but it fits the Urbane).
I don't like screen protectors very much but my buddy sent me a pic of his Sony Watch 3 which would have been scratched/gouged beyond repair had it not been for some crappy protector he put on it.
I'm pretty rough on watches and figured I better get this before I fcuk it up
http://amzn.com/B00SR8BLT6
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Have you had it on for a little while now? How is it holding up? Is it exactly the size of the Urbane screen or does it leave a lip? Fingerprint magnet?
Thanks!
It's held up well and has done it's job. I hit the face of my watch on a table corner which cracked the glass protector but did no damage to screen.
I had to order a new protector so I decided to get the flimsy rubery one just to try something different. I had it on my watch for about a week and then reordered a glass protector. The ruber one really got in the way of the touch sensitivity and took away the nice feel of solid glass.
I ordered a second glass protector which I managed to crack while installing it toy watch. This was my fault. I wanted to get it lined up perfectly so I added, removed, pushed, etc the glass screen protector a lot which eventually cracked it. Again this was my fault. Ordered a third glass protector and installed it without issue. Still have it on now.
Only complaint is that the edges haven't stayed perfectly flush with the bezel of the watch. This is very hard to notice doesn't effect the usability. I've ecided to live with this slight imperfection mainly because I do not want to get another protector if I break it
I will totally buy again if I needed to.
cdkg said:
It's held up well and has done it's job. I hit the face of my watch on a table corner which cracked the glass protector but did no damage to screen.
I had to order a new protector so I decided to get the flimsy rubery one just to try something different. I had it on my watch for about a week and then reordered a glass protector. The ruber one really got in the way of the touch sensitivity and took away the nice feel of solid glass.
I ordered a second glass protector which I managed to crack while installing it toy watch. This was my fault. I wanted to get it lined up perfectly so I added, removed, pushed, etc the glass screen protector a lot which eventually cracked it. Again this was my fault. Ordered a third glass protector and installed it without issue. Still have it on now.
Only complaint is that the edges haven't stayed perfectly flush with the bezel of the watch. This is very hard to notice doesn't effect the usability. I've ecided to live with this slight imperfection mainly because I do not want to get another protector if I break it
I will totally buy again if I needed to.
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Pics please!
I would like to see how noticeable the screen protector is and also how big the gap between the glass and bezel is.
Thanks in advance.
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Those are some pretty deep gouges on the bottom of the case, have you found a product to take those out? I have some minor ones on mine now.
I'm pretty sure what you're seeing are partial fingerprints. Looking at watch now and dont have any gouges.
I got one from Montong on amazon, fits my Urbane perfectly.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...ne tempered&qid=1447700538&ref_=sr_1_2&sr=8-2
I bought this screen protector and it's not quite large enough. I was wondering if that's pretty much how they all are, or if someone could recommend one that fits better. It's also not that great with the fingerprints. Any suggestions welcome. Thanks
Has anyone found ones that are slightly larger? Are they a bit smaller so that they can be removed, if need be?
How are they with fingerprints? And, how come it doesn't appear to be a perfect circle - there seems to be one spot where there is a little corner/protrusion. Are they easy to install centered well?
Does anyone have the "Skinomi TechSkin™" screen protector? How does it fair versus a glass screen protector?
So, I just got a brand new LG Watch Urbane. I am about to open the box, attach a nice metal band to it, and I don't know whether or not I should install a glass screen protector I bought for it.
What is the glass on the LG Watch Urbane made from? Is it Corning Gorilla Glass?
I baby my devices and I am very careful with them. All of my phones and tablets have screen protectors and heavy duty cases. I am not clumsy at all, but I like to be preventative for any potential mishaps that could arise.
My dilemma is that I don't know whether or not I should put a glass screen protector on my watch because it will certainly change the look of it and I'm not sure placing the screen protector on it is actually going to protect it much more than it is already protected on its own.
Please tell me your thoughts. Thank you.
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I've banged mine into various pieces of metal while working on cars, and drug a piece of sheetmetal (a roof ridge vent) across my Urbane - which saved my arm from what I imagine would've been an uncomfortable experience. The bezel has a few little scratches, but the screen has none. If you're actually reasonably careful with things (like, have never broken a watch face before), then I'd leave the protector off, as you'll just end up with an ugly sticky edge on a protector (which is probably weaker than the screen glass itself) for no particularly good reason.
I bought an IQShield clear full body skin from Amazon. I'm wondering if I would be better off installing the clear skin to everything but the screen, and getting a glass screen protector. The skin/protector is "self-healing" plastic-stuff. Looking at the install videos, I have to spray stuff on it, and then let it cure overnight. I think it's a little overkill. I don't know. I see a bunch on amazon with lifetime warranties.
I searched and did not find a thread on this. I was originally going to opt in to buy the Nillkin slim case but it did not cover the bottom and top parts of the phone.... but this one does! So in case anyone is looking for a slim case, with a great feel to it that adds a bit of grip (due to the sandstone feel), this is the case for you. I have it paired with a BestSkinsEver screen protector and I have no issues with it.
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Can be bought here. Alternatively, I have seen it for sale on AliExpress as well.
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I searched and did not find a thread on this. I was originally going to opt in to buy the Nillkin slim case but it did not cover the bottom and top parts of the phone.... but this one does! So in case anyone is looking for a slim case, with a great feel to it that adds a bit of grip (due to the sandstone feel), this is the case for you. I have it paired with a BestSkinsEver screen protector and I have no issues with it.
Can be bought here. Alternatively, I have seen it for sale on AliExpress as well.
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Does it have a lip to protect the front screen?
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Does it have a lip to protect the front screen?
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There is, but it's minimal. Can still feel the "groove" when I run my fingers over the edges and onto the screen itself w/ my screen protector on.
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There is, but it's minimal. Can still feel the "groove" when I run my fingers over the edges and onto the screen itself w/ my screen protector on.
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I own this case and I've dropped my phone twice on a hard surface and all was well, got an orzly v2 also, I will buy another when it's a bit more worn
Is it better than Spigen ?
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Can I request that you post some more close up shots of the front of the phone with the case on? I'm particularly interested in how much the lip covers the screen.
I wanted the sandstone case but couldn't justify the price that OnePlus was selling theirs for.
Thanks
Had that cover, its ok, but the only problem I had with it, when removing from pocket, it pulls my pocket out, because it sticks with it.
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Is it better than Spigen ?
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1) The material is different (TPU vs. hard case).
2) The slim factor is different (the Spigen case is thicker, longer, and wider).
3) The Spigen case will most likely protect more than this Pelosi case.
So if you're going for slim factor, get this case but if you want protection for your phone, I believe you're better off with the Spigen case.
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@mzkaye729
Can I request that you post some more close up shots of the front of the phone with the case on? I'm particularly interested in how much the lip covers the screen.
I wanted the sandstone case but couldn't justify the price that OnePlus was selling theirs for.
Thanks
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I'll try and take some pictures tonight and upload them so you can see (unless someone gets to do this first before I can).
What is your opinion on the BestSkinsEver screen protector? Is it similar to a regular PET screen protector? How good is the oleophobic coating on it and the translucency of it compared to the stock or third-party screen protectors?
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Can I request that you post some more close up shots of the front of the phone with the case on? I'm particularly interested in how much the lip covers the screen.
I wanted the sandstone case but couldn't justify the price that OnePlus was selling theirs for.
Thanks
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Here you go.
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What is your opinion on the BestSkinsEver screen protector? Is it similar to a regular PET screen protector? How good is the oleophobic coating on it and the translucency of it compared to the stock or third-party screen protectors?
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I am a little biased because I have installed BSE protectors on electronics/phones I have owned, as long as BSE offers the option to as I think it is a fantastic product (good value for the money, shipping is extremely cheap to Toronto, Canada). It's not the same as a regular PET screen protector. I think you're talking about those plastic protectors but I find those scratch easily, and also, the application is different. I have yet to put a deep or noticeable scratch on a BSE skin but again, this depends on how you handle the phones/electronics. I even have this BSE skin on my Pebble watch and that thing takes a beating. Still no scratches visible on the screen protector itself on the watch.
I don't believe there's any oleophobic coating at all on the BSE skin, and if there is, super minimal that I don't even notice it ? With that said, I don't think it's fair for me to comment on the "oleophobic coating" (or maybe lack thereof) because I don't typically handle my phone if I have handled (oily) food. With regular use, I don't notice much fingerprints so it's not something that has jumped out at me.
I have had no issues with yellowing, and the "orange peel" look is VERY VERY minimal compared to something like XtremeGuard (the yellowing issue/orange peel was horrible on that). I had this BSE on my Note 4; had no issue with the S-pen gliding on it. The glossy screen protector from BSE won't cut into the clarity of the phone's display so that's not something to worry about. I have tried glass screen protectors and OK, maybe you can tell side-by-side the difference in clarity by a little bit, but typically, the glass protectors are used for drop protection. I prefer the BSE because the fingerprints on the glass bother me, and my main concern are scratches on the screen, not a shattered screen *knock on wood*.
mzkaye729 said:
Here you go.
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Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to post this.
Looks like it offers very little protection on the front side though so I will be sticking with my Spigen Rugged. If only this phone was more popular, manufacturers would make more cases. I get jealous of iPhones for having all the cool phone cases.
Thanks again!