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Who rocks their Nexus S without a screen protector?

Who does not use a screen protector on their nexus s? My invisishield just got really bad so I took it off. I think I will get a new one but who doesn't use one at all? You have any scratches?

I don't use one. Have had my NS for 13 days and no scratches yet!

Vandam500 said:
I don't use one. Have had my NS for 13 days and no scratches yet!
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do you have your device in a case?

I've had mine since it came out. I dont use screen protectors ever. I just use a nice gel case.
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Darrien13 said:
do you have your device in a case?
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Yeah I bought the TPU case but only used it for 1 day

What do you guys use to clean the screen?
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Darrien13 said:
What do you guys use to clean the screen?
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My sleeve, lol
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I have front and the camera lens covered. I'm waiting for Otterbox..

Why would you use a screen protector? It would totally negate the amazing oliophobic coating that makes this device so special
JD
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Ive never had a screen protector on this phone, and ive had it since the day it came out. Not a single scratch on the screen.
Of course now that i say that im going to scratch it tonight.
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Had mine since release, not one scratch...on the screen.

I have a ghost armor screen protector and have been wanting to go no SP. Only thing stopping me are the painful pictures I've seen of the oleophobic coat wearing off.
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I've had my Nexus One for about a year. I have a couple scratches on my screen even with Gorilla Glass. The scratches are definitely from keys. I also have a few nicks on the body. I went a month with a pouch/case and screen protector but after about a month I realized how you totally lose the design of a phone with cases'. So I think when I get my Nexus S, Im gonna use a pouch and just rock my phone fully NAKED, who cares if you scratch the screen or the body, Its just a phone. In about a year when your going to sell it, its already dated and worth little to nothing, How much is a 6/10 condition Nexus One Vs a 9/10 Nexus One?

im looking for a pouch too. i love the way the stock phone feels on my hand.
i'm not using any screen protectors for about a month, and no scratch till now

JupiterDroid said:
Why would you use a screen protector? It would totally negate the amazing oliophobic coating that makes this device so special
JD
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Because there are small spots on my screen where the coating is gone (or seems that way anyways). There are others who have experienced this also in the big "oleophobic coating" topic. It can only be seen under light in a certain angle, but it's definitely there. The screen protector negates the effect so I don't see it anymore. Weird, but that's why I use a screen protector.

No screen protector. No scratches either
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I don't use a screen protector, had my phone since the week it was launched in the UK and I don't have any scratches on it.
I always think they look rubbish, no matter how neatly they are put on.

i dont even use one on my evo, unless your working in the trades I dont think most people will benefit from using a protector

No screen protector since day 1 in december, no scratches either despite some bad drops on concrete which have dented the plastic around the screen.
Glass is tough!

I think building up a castle around a phone is "iPhone user style"

[Q] Best Screen Protector

Can you guys post the brand screen protector you're using and your thoughts? I'm just looking for a protector and flirting with the idea of a full skin. No bulky plastic or gells, I don't want to hide this beauty! Thanks in advance!

Hi,
I don't think you need to buy a screen protector, this phone has gorrilla glass
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Damn, this phone doesn't have gorilla glass. Got HTC HD2 with gorilla glass before, so I can compare.
Got the Vikuiti DQC160 from amazon for about 10 bucks. Ist really good an worth every buck.
Greetings

yes it does dude!
Go to the gorilla glass website and see for yourself.
but either way you can still buy a screen protector for the heck of it

pedrocandelaria said:
Hi,
I don't think you need to buy a screen protector, this phone has gorrilla glass
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I wasn't sure if it did or not, can you confirm that it still has no scratches? How long have you had your phone?

How about Invisible Shield?

I'll be on the beach a lot for two weeks, still recommend with out a screen protector? Anybody?

I have mine for almost two weeks. And no scratches thus far..and i usually keep it in the pocket with my key chain
As for the beach i dont know, havent tested it with sand.
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pedrocandelaria said:
I have mine for almost two weeks. And no scratches thus far..and i usually keep it in the pocket with my key chain
As for the beach i dont know, havent tested it with sand.
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Thanks for the info, I'm a n00b with smartphones/touch screens so I'm already ****ting my pants before I get it because I don't know how the screen will hold up. I currently have a Sony X10 Mini for a couple months and I have a tiny scratch on it that pisses me off.

I know what you mean..my previous smartphone had some scratches on the screen and it killed me.
And your welcome dude
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Hi, I have Clear Coat, it is great! Easy to apply... It is great!

I'm using clarivue, easy to apply and value for money, one pack with 2 pcs screen protectors

i had optimus 7 with gorilla glass and it was scratched by the stone of a bracelet... now with OB i've bought vikuiti screen protector, and after 3 days it is very clear and smooth

Hi guys,
I need help, where do I can buy antispy protector for my oBlack?
And please recommend the best one
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Screen Protector
Does the Vikuitti screen need to be cut and does it "grab" the screen or does one need other tools to make it ?
I had to buy a Vikuitti a couple months back for my Glossy Notebook, very good ...
Any other Screen Protectors working ?

Hi,
i'm using DCMuggen clear from eBay and fine.
In my opinion, the matte protectors suck... they distort the image... the icons seems very ugly...

hi!
I need a screen protector for my LG Optimus Black, which I buy with good quality?
thanks

I m using momax one..
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Huexxx said:
Hi,
i'm using DCMuggen clear from eBay and fine.
In my opinion, the matte protectors suck... they distort the image... the icons seems very ugly...
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I think you just bought a low quality matte type screen protector that's why it's look like ugly. It happens to me but my friend suggest to me that try to use CAPDASE matte type screen protector and then booom i easily notice the big difference between CAPDASE and my previous screen protector. CAPDASE gives much clearer view. It look like clear type even though it is a matte type. I choose matte type because of anti finger prints and oil. I didn't need to clean it from time to time.

Mr. Dimples said:
I think you just bought a low quality matte type screen protector that's why it's look like ugly. It happens to me but my friend suggest to me that try to use CAPDASE matte type screen protector and then booom i easily notice the big difference between CAPDASE and my previous screen protector. CAPDASE gives much clearer view. It look like clear type even though it is a matte type. I choose matte type because of anti finger prints and oil. I didn't need to clean it from time to time.
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I¡ll give it a try then... from ebay?

good screen protectors?

I went through 2 Invisi-Shields on my Thunderbolt + hated how they made the screen feel. what's something good for the Bionic?

invisi-shield
I've not found anything better for protecting the screen than the Zagg product. Bubbles can be a problem when installing it but liberally misting the screen and both sides of the film when installing, plus repeatedly squeegying the bubbles from center to edge, gets rid of them.
Zagg film has a funky, sticky texture but you get used to it (if you don't want to replace another cracked screen). The Zagg film seems to protect best and it interferes least with touch-screen operation. In fact, on previous phones the Zagg film improved touch-screen functionality.

roebling said:
I've not found anything better for protecting the screen than the Zagg product. Bubbles can be a problem when installing it but liberally misting the screen and both sides of the film when installing, plus repeatedly squeegying the bubbles from center to edge, gets rid of them.
Zagg film has a funky, sticky texture but you get used to it (if you don't want to replace another cracked screen). The Zagg film seems to protect best and it interferes least with touch-screen operation. In fact, on previous phones the Zagg film improved touch-screen functionality.
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I take it Zagg sent you trying to grt me to buy another Invisi-Shield.

voxigenboy said:
I take it Zagg sent you trying to grt me to buy another Invisi-Shield.
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lol I was actually a big Zagg fan myself. Now my favorite screen protector is......
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Gorilla Glass!
Yeah I know you can still scratch it, but I've come to the realization that I prefer not to mess with screen protectors. But if you do want one, I vote for Zagg as well. They are pretty hard to damage and the lifetime replacement is nice to have. As far as the feel...I have really oily skin, and I've noticed that it's a pretty good lubricant for the screen protector...ewww gross I know...but I wonder if there's something you can use to lube up the surface so it feels more like glass?
Anyway, I since grown tired of all the gunk and residue left behind from the Zagg shields. On my DINC there's gooey crap all over in the seem between the glass and the body of the phone. Seems like after about a month or 2 the edge of the Zagg shield starts to look like crap. So I've decided to go naked and just handle the phone more carefully. So far it's worked out for me.
Also FWIW, my friend just bought a replacement glass kit for his DINC for $11. Yeah I know it's an older phone, but if it ever came down to it, I think I'd rather buy a replacement screen for the Bionic than deal with the headache of protectors again.

I opt for the screen's own durability myself. I have only had it for a few days but I carried my Driod 1 around in the same pocket I keep my keys in and the thing never got a single scratch. Honestly I think a screen protector is a lot more trouble than it is worth.

I just get the ones VZW sells. They last forever, 3 in a pack and only use one for the life of the phone.

I like Zagg alot myself. I really don't worry that much about scratching. The finger print buildup drives me nuts. Zagg keeps that way down. I have one on my bionic and my xoom.
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Zagg is definitely the best out there imo. I'd rock it naked but i'm too much of a pansy haha

I like zag aswell you get used to the feel after ahwhile. The touch seems just as responsive.
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Sir_Eagle said:
I just get the ones VZW sells. They last forever, 3 in a pack and only use one for the life of the phone.
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Sir_Eagle said:
I just get the ones VZW sells. They last forever, 3 in a pack and only use one for the life of the phone.
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+1 also. Have the Zagg full body protection on my Transformer and hate the feel of the screen protector. First thing anyone mentions when I let them use my tablet is the feel of the Zagg shield.
I got the 3 pack from Verizon when I bought mt Bionic. They probably aren't as good of protection but they feel like your touching directly on the screen. Also, don't get the anti glare ones from Verizon as they have a horrible feel to them. Worse than the Zagg.
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astrogiblet said:
+1 also. Have the Zagg full body protection on my Transformer and hate the feel of the screen protector. First thing anyone mentions when I let them use my tablet is the feel of the Zagg shield.
I got the 3 pack from Verizon when I bought mt Bionic. They probably aren't as good of protection but they feel like your touching directly on the screen. Also, don't get the anti glare ones from Verizon as they have a horrible feel to them. Worse than the Zagg.
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Lol. I was endorsing the anti-glare. They help with fingerprints IMO. I've never tried the others, how do they fare with prints?
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mistawolfe said:
Lol. I was endorsing the anti-glare.
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This is what I have as well.

mistawolfe said:
Lol. I was endorsing the anti-glare. They help with fingerprints IMO. I've never tried the others, how do they fare with prints?
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The regular ones are pretty bad with prints, I'd say. My coworker has the anti-glare one and the feel/texture is unbearable!
The "normal"/Non-anti-glare ones are very smooth and, like I said above, pretty much feel like you are touching the touch screen directly.

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The regular ones are pretty bad with prints, I'd say. My coworker has the anti-glare one and the feel/texture is unbearable!
The "normal"/Non-anti-glare ones are very smooth and, like I said above, pretty much feel like you are touching the touch screen directly.
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I only use a screen protector to avoid smudges.
And yeah, they do feel weird, but after using them for a year or so - everything else feels weird! Zagg is definitely weird. My buddy has them on his Incredible and Tab. Not sure how I feel about them yet. They always look like crap.
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I wrote to PPC Techs to see if they would be releasing a WriteShield for the Bionic. I used their stuff for the last 12 years on almost every phone I've had, and on my wife's iPad. They are tough as nails, piece of cake to apply and a good value. No response from them yet, but if enough people send emails, I'm sure they'd cut some to size and sell them.

Right now I have a Steinhall on mine and the fingerprints and smudges are minimal. They also make it in an anti-glare with a textured feel. Easy to install and once set you probably wont even notice it again.
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Why do we need screen protectors?
It has gorilla glass, does exactly what screen protectors do, and still maintains the sensitivity...
Really believe glass covers on gorilla glass phones is a gimmick.

I prefer the Steinheil screen protectors. They cover the entire screen, and can be tricky to line up properly since the edge of the screen is beveled down slightly, but once installed correctly you can't even tell there is one on the phone. The Zagg products are good, but I prefer the smoothness of the Steinheil; it feels exactly the same as the screen itself.

Are the Steinheils of the type that you can remove, wash and replace? I can't seem to find a link for the Bionic version.

Screen Protector!!!

Hey guys! I know the phone is still new but have you guys gotten you're hands on any good screen protectors for our phones? Clear, anti finger print, anti glare etc. let me know guys share you vast knowledge!!
Me personally I'm using the screen protector that comes with the phone when purchased haha! I noticed it was fading from being used so i ended up rubbing all the text off now i have a pretty decent screen protector to last me until i get heavy duty one!
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Chcl8bananamagk said:
Hey guys! I know the phone is still new but have you guys gotten you're hands on any good screen protectors for our phones? Clear, anti finger print, anti glare etc. let me know guys share you vast knowledge!!
Me personally I'm using the screen protector that comes with the phone when purchased haha! I noticed it was fading from being used so i ended up rubbing all the text off now i have a pretty decent screen protector to last me until i get heavy duty one!
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I am currently waiting for a pre ordered skinomi

Chcl8bananamagk said:
Hey guys! I know the phone is still new but have you guys gotten you're hands on any good screen protectors for our phones? Clear, anti finger print, anti glare etc. let me know guys share you vast knowledge!!
Me personally I'm using the screen protector that comes with the phone when purchased haha! I noticed it was fading from being used so i ended up rubbing all the text off now i have a pretty decent screen protector to last me until i get heavy duty one!
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I may be alone in this, but I think screen protectors are overrated. The biggest danger to the screen is shattering and no screen protector will prevent that. Unless you have diamonds in your pockets I cannot imagine scratching it without breaking it completely. .

mqguitar said:
I am currently waiting for a pre ordered skinomi
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Awesome! Let us know how that goes! Difficulty in the installation, feel, fitment, clarity of screen etc.!
Also of possible post some shots better give us an idea! I'll be posting a shot of my "ghetto" screen protector later today lol.
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boufa said:
I may be alone in this, but I think screen protectors are overrated. The biggest danger to the screen is shattering and no screen protector will prevent that. Unless you have diamonds in your pockets I cannot imagine scratching it without breaking it completely. .
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That is a good point, which would go more towards purchasing a case rather than a screen protector, though i have a major pet peeve when it comes to my screen having any sort of scratch..let alone cracks..but IMO i do believe having a well made screen protector on or screens do provide a lesser chaw of getting cracks if the device were to drop!
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I am using the gadget guard screen protector, i really like it it is heavy duty, anti glare, and anti finger prints, very easy to install, can be installed with wet or dry installation. It was a little hazy yesterday when i installed it, but really clear today, took about twelve hours to clear up after wet install. But only using it till my otterbox comes in.
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I agree with you about screen protector being uselessly, but with phone being so new you have to order a case, because my att store one had one, and it was for women, and the screen protector is a nice peace of mind till the case comes in.
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So I just received the skinomi and got it installed. No pictures though sorry!
It was very easy to install. Came with liquid, squeege, and cloth!
It is very clear. Pretty much like the invisible shields if you have ever seen those.
Feel is also not that bad.
Fit is perfect and goes from corner to corner very well!
For less than 10 dollars on Amazon it is the best screen protector you can get.
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Sillk04 said:
I am using the gadget guard screen protector, i really like it it is heavy duty, anti glare, and anti finger prints, very easy to install, can be installed with wet or dry installation. It was a little hazy yesterday when i installed it, but really clear today, took about twelve hours to clear up after wet install. But only using it till my otterbox comes in.
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So I just received the skinomi and got it installed. No pictures though sorry!
It was very easy to install. Came with liquid, squeege, and cloth!
It is very clear. Pretty much like the invisible shields if you have ever seen those.
Feel is also not that bad.
Fit is perfect and goes from corner to corner very well!
For less than 10 dollars on Amazon it is the best screen protector you can get.
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Thanks guys for keeping the thread alive!
Loving the feed back! So far we know of 2 kinds of screen protectors we can purchase!
Thanks for the reviews my screen protector failed on me lol so I'll be looking into the Skinomi sounds cheapest and seems to work great but I'll let you guys know!
Anyone else out there with some Nice screen protectors let us all know!
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Ivisor by moshi.found in att stores. Matte finish, removable and washable.
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I was using invisishield protector for a few a months. Was a pretty decent protector. Didn't tear, anti glare and all that jazz. I ended up taking it off about 4 months ago because the protector itself was scratched and to be honest, since I removed it I've been asking myself why I bought one in the first place. 4 months later, not a single scratch and I think I have enjoyed the phone more without it. Screen is clear, sharp and bright and still without scratches. Often put in my pocket with keys, lighter and other hazardous materials for out phones.
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ZAGG Invisible Shield HD and (if they make it) SGP Ultra Crystal!
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boufa said:
I may be alone in this, but I think screen protectors are overrated. The biggest danger to the screen is shattering and no screen protector will prevent that. Unless you have diamonds in your pockets I cannot imagine scratching it without breaking it completely. .
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Generally, for the average person, I agree. But I work in dusty/sandy environments and every phone I have ever owned ends up with scratched on the screen, gorilla glass or otherwise.

788gdf said:
My phone screen saver is still very good because I hate the screen saver looks very dirty or will make people feel bad so I care about my screen saver
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Yeah, I'm thinking I might get a normal screen protector to put below the built-in one on the otterbox and see if that reduces the sensitivity for me.

Do we really need a screen protector?
The gorilla glass is already there right?
Is it useful?

boufa said:
I may be alone in this, but I think screen protectors are overrated. The biggest danger to the screen is shattering and no screen protector will prevent that. Unless you have diamonds in your pockets I cannot imagine scratching it without breaking it completely. .
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same here, what will be the point in selling a super scratch free 2 years old obsolete phone .....
just like the slightly scratched glass on my iphone 3gs I gave to my kids as an ipod touch

I see I'm in the minority here but screen protectors just don't have the same smoothness as the gorilla glass. Coming from a Samsung Impression it felt like I was running my fingers on silk. And after 4 months of always being on my person I can attest gorilla glass is pretty kick ass. I've dropped the phone onto a gravel street and got very minimal damage. Now mind you the phone bounced, landed and skidded about 10' on the kevlar back so maybe it was just a small miracle it didn't shatter. But the only damage was a small knick in the glass on the top corner away from the touch screen and a small dent in the metal around the face. The kevlar took no damage at all. I've also had in a pocket with loose change and keys with no effect.
Now maybe I'm just lucky but the kevlar backing and silky smooth touch of the gorrilla glass as opposed to having to change screens and getting a bulky case that won't fit the HD dock just aren't comparable.

I go a couple of scratches on my screen, probably from it being dropped in the gym and all that good stuff. I went ahead and got a Zagg screen protector off amazon. It's not too bad for the 10 bucks I spent.

SirHoover2010 said:
I go a couple of scratches on my screen, probably from it being dropped in the gym and all that good stuff. I went ahead and got a Zagg screen protector off amazon. It's not too bad for the 10 bucks I spent.
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+ 100,000 on that one. First thing I do on any new phone I get is drop a Zagg on it.
If for no other reason than to keep its resale value up.
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Like with every other smartphone I've had, I had a ZAGG InvisibleShield (the InvisibleShield HD for the AHD) professionally installed on my Atrix HD. I never regret it.

Anyone try the GLAS Screen protector before?

Scare that the screen will be cracked and I don't want to use the flip case. I wonder is that necessary to use the screen protector like this :
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...otectors&var=460214742391&hash=item25833c60f5
it looks really good but the problem is will it too thick? and the price is seriously too high (for a screen protector).
Any suggestion?

But the glas.tr on amazon. It's tempered so if you drop the phone the screen protector might crack but your actual phone screen won't. Check some YouTube videos. Extremely durable.
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It's a good glass protector albeit at the typical high price. No regular screen protector feels as smooth as a tempered glass protector but you'd have to wait for the generic ones to show up on ebay if you're looking for a lower price.

I think a good Screen protector is definitely worth it. when I got my Note 2 last year I didn't use a screen protector and chipped my screen within a week of getting it.
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Zach Alt said:
But the glas.tr on amazon. It's tempered so if you drop the phone the screen protector might crack but your actual phone screen won't. Check some YouTube videos. Extremely durable.
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Ya, I check couple of youtube that's awesome to watch they use screw and hammer try to destroy it :laugh:
Thanks for remind me it also sell on amazon and their company locate in CA which pretty closed to me!

I had one on my last device. Dropped it pretty nasty on concrete and while the Glas.Tr screen protector cracked in the corner, the device's screen was minty fresh and had no damage. If you drop your phone as often as I do, it's definitely worth it. I'm waiting till they officially release from Spigen on Amazon so I can use Prime on it.

Are the people on Amazon crying about bubbles popping up after a few weeks with the GLAS protectors typical morons, or is it not just a matter of user error?

Both lol they work fine. Ams Definitely worth the money
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I can install regular plastic film protectors without bubbles, lift, etc, but the glass one I just got has major issues with the corners lifting.
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I have a glass one on my note 3. I love the feel. One thing the edges do like to stick up just a bit, but my case covers the lip. So no biggie there.
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