Hi all,
I'm looking for a matte screen protector for the Nexus 7, but all the ones I find seem to be anti-glare, and people complain of weird rainbow colours and polarisation effects, like at a cashpoint screen. I don't need anti-glare, I just want it for the matte texture.
I'm just looking for a clear screen protector, with a matte surface, which doesn't produce any weird colours or ruin the screen.
Does such a thing exist?
This is what you looking for I guess: click
I got these as part of a deal at Amazon that offered $5 off if I ordered them on the same order as something else. I don't see any rainbow effects or other problems with them.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008IEGSN8/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00
Edit: Changed comment to DON'T see rainbow.
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Out of curiosity, what does the screen protector do nowdays?
I've never used one, but from what I can see from using my usage of a borrowed ipad, it seriously degrades display quality, much more than a small scratch would do. And it obviously does not help with falls and such. So, why should I use it?
Simple... Protection. Also texture. Fingerprint resistance.
A quality screen protector won't degrade visual quality and should go unnoticed. I recommend Spigen brand Matte SP. They go for about $24.
A Matte WILL still always have a slight visual effect simply because of the way it is designed. I prefer my Matte SP to my naked N7. A higher quality SP won't be as noticeable as the cheaper ones. Also the Spigen SGP brand is also THICKER so it goes on better, reduces trapped air bubbles, and provides more protection.
player911 said:
Simple... Protection. Also texture. Fingerprint resistance.
A quality screen protector won't degrade visual quality and should go unnoticed. I recommend Spigen brand Matte SP. They go for about $24.
A Matte WILL still always have a slight visual effect simply because of the way it is designed. I prefer my Matte SP to my naked N7. A higher quality SP won't be as noticeable as the cheaper ones. Also the Spigen SGP brand is also THICKER so it goes on better, reduces trapped air bubbles, and provides more protection.
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24$ is 10-12% of the price of a nexus. That's just insane.
To each it's own, but I guess it's just not for me. It's not like fingerprints or small scratches can be seen when the screen is on.
I have the Spigen ultra fine matte screen protector. I had it on my epic and loved it. I have the newer version for my GS3 but they don't make it for nexus 7. For me, there are two main reasons why I like this one and have no reason to try any others. 1. The anti fingerprint is amazing, I have hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating of the hands) so I leave a lot of grime/fingerprints and this screen does a great job of preventing buildup and making it easy to wipe away. Secondly, I do a lot of reading on my tablet and the matte/anti glare really makes it easier on the eyes (as an eye doctor, this is important to me). The continued increases in resolution, etc are great for movies and such, but not so great for eye strain. The matte kind of dulls it a little bit. Hope that helps. Also, it's pretty clear for a matter screen.
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24$ is 10-12% of the price of a nexus. That's just insane.
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You have GOT to be kidding me....
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Unfortunately no
I don't mind paying than amount of money for a case, that adds security, but I'm not paying it to recuce fingerprints/degrade screen quality.
The OP wants something that is Matte and Quality. Just because the tablet was cheap doesn't mean this isn't a good buy. Accessories aren't supposed to scale in price based on the product listing (unlike Apple logic). The SGP protectors are the best and are about $20.
Too cheap to pay that? Then buy the crappy cheap ones and suffer the wrath of a crap protector.
Personally, I'd gladly pay for a product that is quality and won't peel up on the edges, scratch easily, and will ultimately have a life as long as the device. I'd rather spend $20 and be done with it then $10 a few times. The SP is VERY important piece to the puzzle as it is what you stare through. If it isn't cut right or cheap, it takes away from the whole sexiness.
The SGP, because of the Matte and anti-fingerprint qualities, doesn't get tacky when playing games for extended periods of time either. It stays dry and smooth all the time. So that percentage crap is stupid IMO. It wouldn't matter if you're buying this for an iPad Mini vs N7, the quality is the same.
^^ Thank you. excellent post.
that percentage crap is ridiculous. well said.
http://www.amazon.com/Tech-Armor-Pr...merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1359958019&sr=1-10
Been using it since November, no complaints at all, has the nice feel and my screen is clear with no rainbow.
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http://www.amazon.com/Tech-Armor-Pr...merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1359958019&sr=1-10
Been using it since November, no complaints at all, has the nice feel and my screen is clear with no rainbow.
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Is this actually a matte surface though? The link that you posted shows a clear screen protector but there is a link near the bottom for a Tech Armor Anti-Glare (Matte) screen protector. Did you link to the wrong product? And could you clarify if you have the matte version or not?
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Is this actually a matte surface though? The link that you posted shows a clear screen protector but there is a link near the bottom for a Tech Armor Anti-Glare (Matte) screen protector. Did you link to the wrong product? And could you clarify if you have the matte version or not?
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Been there. 3-Pack for $7.
Have fun with that. There is a big difference in quality between a $2 SP and a $20 one.. especially when dealing with a MATTE. Be prepared for disappointment and a waste of time, energy, and money.
As a device enthusiast, I can attest to what is a waste and what is not. I'm trying to help by sharing my experiences.
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Been there. 3-Pack for $7.
Have fun with that. There is a big difference in quality between a $2 SP and a $20 one..
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Agreed, the $199-249 price of the N7 is sort of an illusion, and does not mean that it's only worth $199 and we should skimp on accessories.
If not for Amazon, B&N and Google's price wars, N7 would be 300+ like the iPad mini... then $20 for screen protector wouldn't seem so crazy.
I've had my N7 for just 4 weeks and already some super-thin scratches, a decent SP is on the list now... Scratches are only visible at an angle, but I want to keep my trade-in value for the N7 gen2, so $20 is worth it.
I think the majority of matte protectors have this rainbow effect but I have one on my HTC vivid and you get used to it after a while. It's worth it to have the matte finish and after a while you don't even notice the rainbow effect.
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I picked up a 3 pack of these:
http://www.handhelditems.com/samsun...atte-finishing-screen-protector-p-151910.html
So far it's really nice - easy to apply without bubbles, cut out for webcam/light sensor, and a nice anti-glare finish with a good texture to it.
-Dan
Thanks for the link Dan. These look nice and good price too.
Do you notice if they add any delay or stutter to the touch sensitive actions (scrolling, typing, etc)?
It's been awhile since I've used a screen protector, but fingerprints just seem so much more visible on the Tab.
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Great find man. Just ordered one myself.
most important info for me would be how "tacky" it feels. I just love the smooth gliding that occurs with the naked glass and have yet to find a screen protector even half as smooth. Who knows, maybe I just have spiderman hands.
Ordered one too. I hope they go on with static vs. wet....
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Awesome find! A quick check on retailmenot.com found a coupon code galaxytab20 for 20% off these. Site says this code was supposed to have expired on 11/30, but I am still seeing the discount right now. They have a good deal on both the clear and matte, so picking up a 3 pack of each.
The coupon knocks off the shipping costs pretty much, bringing the total to just under $18. Not bad for six sheets, if you ask me. T-mo sells ONE for $15, haha.
My only problem is fingerprints.
Tell me, does any of these screen protectors really, really work?
I'm very skeptic.
Nice find on the coupon code stefvan2k1!
The feel on these is nice.. I feel that there's less drag with the slight texture on these than on the glass alone (maybe it's just my most hands )
There's definitely a reduction in finger prints with one of these on, I was wiping my screen constantly before and hardly do now.
-Dan
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Which one has everyone been getting, the Crystal Clear or the Anti-Glare?
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Which one has everyone been getting, the Crystal Clear or the Anti-Glare?
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I just order 12 non-glare ones and 2 silicone cases. I have the expensive anti-glare protector that I got at T-Mobile and AT&T (Casemate) and the non-glare is awesome, I hardly ever wipe the screen the screen.
Thank for the coupon code!
Holy ****, they want $20 to ship a 3-pack from California to Vancouver Canada via USPS. To put that in context, Phantomskinz charged me $2.75 to ship a similar sized full body appliqué from Phoenix. Or to further put it in perspective, Zenus charged me less to ship my Color Edge case, from freaking Korea.
They ain't getting my business, they're running the old "shipping charge for profit" scam.
i got 3 anti-glare and 3 clear from ebay for $7 shipped for each set
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270667534916&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...95077&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_2837wt_1301
the anti-glare is ok but i've had a anti glare on my ipad since the beginning and the tab looks amazing with it being clear. Good thing to buy extra since it is annoying when dust or any thing get on the tab while installing and tape and patience isn't enough lol
alignment on the top and bottoms aren't perfect but if u eye it right you can give enough spacing on each side at least the corners are round and not jagged and with a gel case on the back that wraps to the front, it covers up the extra 2mm or less that the protector doesn't fully cover.
all in all for the price well worth it.
I would like to try these.... but I am picky about my protectors and cases... I assume they are decent? The low price scares me, hahaha.... so that being said, if I am going to order that case and screen protectors....
I might get something for my samsung focus off that site also? Any suggestions for the same combo but smaller?
The Galaxy Tab screen is Gorilla Glass, do you really need a screen protector? I imagine any force that would scratch or chip GG is going to tear a plastic screen protector.
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The Galaxy Tab screen is Gorilla Glass, do you really need a screen protector? I imagine any force that would scratch or chip GG is going to tear a plastic screen protector.
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It's not really for protection, but rather to cut glare and fingerprints/smudging.
-Dan
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overridex said:
I picked up a 3 pack of these:
http://www.handhelditems.com/samsun...atte-finishing-screen-protector-p-151910.html
So far it's really nice - easy to apply without bubbles, cut out for webcam/light sensor, and a nice anti-glare finish with a good texture to it.
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Can't believe AT&T dares selling theirs at $29..........
Gorilla Glass can be scratched. Some people have attested to that. BEcause it isnt indestructable, I prefer to use a protector. I got an Amzer protector from Anazon that is truly anti glare and def leaves no prints... but I will admit I prefer the feel and clarity of glass
I got my Galaxy Tab with SGP Ultra Oleophobic Clear type screen protector.
I didn't go for those anti-glare/finger print MATTE type protector, because to me they actually degrading
the screen sharpness, brightness and also color quality, which also mean degrading your overall
viewing pleasure that not only on Galalxy Tab but also on any devices.
Tested matte protector before on my old cellphones in the past years, they only making me frustrate,
low on mood or feeling regrets whenever I used my cellphones to watch video, pictures and even on phone idling screen.
You know, just like the LED/LCD or Plasma TV nowaday they're all on glossy surface which reproduces great sharpness, color and brightness.
All in all glossy surface = Great screen/picture/video quality.
Fingerprint, oily screen? Not a problem to me. Just wipe it more often.
It is still much better than keep felling frustrate with low screen quality everytime.
Thanks for the link. Just got my galaxy tab today and already have lots of fingerprints and see glare as an issue. I also think the slightly textured, antiglare films are better to the touch but sometimes degrade the screens sharpness a bit. I think it's worth the tradeoff though.
Oh and the coupon code galaxytab20 also worked for me. I paid 13.94 for a 3 pack with 3-5 day shipping.
I've always been one to use screen protectors on my displays, even on gorilla glass. With the nexus 7 using an unconfirmed type of corning glass (ie it might not be gorilla glass and instead just have a scratch resistant coating), i figured to go shopping.
XO skins is the company I've been buying from recently. It is very easy to find coupons that will work online. They work really well, although they can feel a bit rubbery. They do NOT have the orange peel texture companies like zagg are known for. Since it is a wet installation, it is sometimes possible to see "rainbow streaks" under the screen over a white background. If you run into this problem, shoot them an email and they'll send you a replacement. Customer service is excellent.
http://xoskins.com/laptops-tablet-r...in-protectors/google-nexus-7-screen-protector
This next one i haven't tried, but it differs from the above protector in that it is a static cling installation. This would probably be good for those who are against wet installations, or fans screen protectors from companies such as steinheil. This one is anti-glare though, so it is likely that it has a matte-textured or cloudy display.
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wir...ic&utm_term=846237020875&utm_campaign=froogle
We should be seeing more in the next few weeks. If you find one, post it
until then, cheers
I'll definitely be going with the Skinomi: I've done both Skinomi and ZAGG, and ZAGG is just too sticky for my taste. IMO, my fingers just glide over the screen much easier with a Skinomi protector.
I've always gone with xoskins and their customer service is AMAZING. No joke, if you feel unsatisfied with your screen protector, just email them and they'll most likely send you a new one. I got one for my Galaxy Nexus though one thing about these types of screen protectors is that dents and marks got onto them pretty easily. Even so, I'll still be getting an xoskin for my Nexus 7 (assuming I get one soon).
I always use SGP Steinhall
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I always use SGP Steinhall
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+1 SGP for screen protectors & skinomi for silver carbon fiber kit
SGPs are great but expensive. I've bought 5$ screen protectors from Frys that have the same quality as my SGPs. Skinomi intends to scratch very easily and it doesn't self heal. Never had experience with XO skins though and I'm not a big fan of water based once anymore since they seem to dent and scratch easily X_x..
I am not a fan of protectors. I don't use one on my Sony EReader (soft screen) or my Motorola phone (Gorilla).
Both have cases, and are scratch-free after a couple of years use.
That works better for me.
Here's what SGP CS wrote back to me when I asked if they plan to make a SP for the Nexus 7
Thank you for contacting Spigen.com Customer Service Department.
Hi, my name is Diana from Spigen.com.
Thank you for your interest in our products! As of now, we don’t have any definite plans to make screen protectors for the Asus Nexus 7 Tablet. However, if there is increased interest from our customers, we may change our production plans in the future. Please check our website for any updates time to time.
If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us again.
Thank you.
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Funny thing is that they usually reply with that for most new products if I'm not mistaken.
I'm hoping Clarivue will make a Nexus 7 protector soon. I've always like them, but I'm an acrylic protector kind of person. Just never cared for the "rubbery" feel. I'll put up with the very occasional minor scratch that you can't even see when the screen's on in exchange for a feel that's identical to the screen itself.
i am looking for full body screen protector as iphone
hope sgp makes one soon
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There is a local mall booth that installs/sells protectors for a decent price, I always like having them do it because guaranteed no bubbles, no shipping time, and $5 replacements for life. I just hope they carry tablet protectors.
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Hoping the GreatShield's are available for this. Used it on my A100 and great results.
I am really hoping for a SGP Matte screen protector. Always seems the best for reading.
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Ghost Armor asap, I've had it on every device since my HTC hd2 and it works great for me. Stock gorilla glass (I know the n7 doesn't have it but my wife's Lumia does) seems to get greasy to easily. With my s2 if I get a little dirty I just rub on my pants
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I normally just use cheap ones of ebay on my phones which work well enough however my father got a samusung 10.1 and I think because of the size the static as you pull off the second layer just sucked any surrounding particles to the skin.
I bought one from bestskinsever which is a wet application one and it worked very well and was decently priced so I'm planning to get one from them for the Nexus and my new HTC One XL.
I sent a query on their site and got an initial automated reply, the more queries they got for the Nexus the quicker they will start making them.
I used to use typical screen protectors, but I feel they are easier to get bubbles and dust stuck under them and are much less forgiving for mistakes. This is an even bigger problem with larger screens.
I now only use wet application screen protectors, such as InvisibleShield (too expensive), BestSkinsEver, and Prestige / XtremeGuard. There are much easier to apply after practicing on other devices, much more forgiving as if you don't align right, you can easily remove as it's still wet and just spray more of the solution on (water + drop of dish detergent). The secret is to make sure it's always wet when applying and then once it's on, squeegee..if it's not on yet, keep it wet. They do have a bit of texture, but I don't mind it.
I ordered XtremeGuard from ebay for $9 shipped.. much cheaper than the alternatives right now and it ships quick from Utah. I also ordered a folio style case specifically for the Nexus 7 from ebay (shipped from Hong Kong) .. i made sure it was specific because others are selling Kindle Fire cases, but this one has specific slots for speaker and other inputs and is under $10.
Also to the person wanting full body skin...it doesn't make sense to cover the soft back of the Nexus 7 with something like InvisibleShield.
Edit: Links if it's alright:
Screen Protector http://www.ebay.com/itm/32093942421...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_3744wt_1396
Folio Case (looked for the one that said they'll ship quicker) http://www.ebay.com/itm/25109965030...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_6110wt_1396
Yeah, I wouldn't go with anything other than XOSkins.
I'm absolutely 100% satisfied with the way they've worked on my Nexus.
I "pre-ordered" my Skinomi case from Amazon last week. They estimate 8/1 as the shipping date. That could mean two weeks without a screen protector. My OCD-ness won't like that.
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I am really hoping for a SGP Matte screen protector. Always seems the best for reading.
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Have you used an XOSkin to be able compare the two? I'm just curious about Matte protectors.
These are two screen protectors for the Google Nexus 7 Tablet, the Steinheil SGP series, sold by Spigen.com. They come in two flavors:
For those who want glass-like transparency :
Steinheil™ Screen Protector Ultra Crystal
The Ultra Crystal easily wipes away fingerprints and is hard coated to protect the phone from scratches. 25% thicker than previous model Hard coated for Scratches and Scuffs Prrof High Quality Optical Enhancement Film Perfect fit for Device's Display No Rainbow Effects Easy to install Anti-UV Ray Coated Marks and Fingerprints wipe away easily No Interference with Touch-Screen Responsiveness Premium Silicon Adhesive : Bubble Free Application Non-tacky adhesive : removed easily without leaving residue
For those who want a matte film with anti-fingerprint/anti-glare properties :
Steinheil™ Screen Protector Ultra Fine
Slightly Smooth Textured Film with 30% increased Light transmittance. Effective in preventing Glare, Smudges and Fingerprints. Ultra fine matte film high Grade Anti-Glare Hard coated Film Light Transmittance increased by 21% from previous model Premium Matte Surface Perfect fit for Device's Display No Rainbow Effects Good Surface Hardness : 3H Easy to install Anti-UV Ray coated Marks and Fingerprints wipe away easily Hard coated for Scratches and Scuffs Proof No interference with Touch-Screen Responsiveness Non-tacky adhesive : removed easily without leaving residue
Go to http://www.spigen.com/tablets/google/google-nexus-7-remium-lcd-protection-film-steinheil-series.html to purchase these screen protectors.
great review.
One question, because to me it does make a difference.
Did you purchase these yourselves, or were they given to you as review samples?
Now, back to the matter at hand, Steinheil is definitely a great brand.
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One question, because to me it does make a difference.
Did you purchase these yourselves, or were they given to you as review samples?
Now, back to the matter at hand, Steinheil is definitely a great brand.
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That is a fair question.
Due to the popularity of my youtube videos and website, I have been approached by MANY manufacturers and distributors to do reviews of their stuff. I have turned down 99% of them because I don't want to be a sellout. However, when I had a chance to get these screen protectors as review samples, I jumped on it, not just because I wanted quality items for myself, but I wanted to share with the rest of you my experience with items I really believed in.
In all honesty, I was probably going to buy either the matte one from Spigen, or one VERY similar made by a different company.
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That is a fair question.
Due to the popularity of my youtube videos and website, I have been approached by MANY manufacturers and distributors to do reviews of their stuff. I have turned down 99% of them because I don't want to be a sellout. However, when I had a chance to get these screen protectors as review samples, I jumped on it, not just because I wanted quality items for myself, but I wanted to share with the rest of you my experience with items I really believed in.
In all honesty, I was probably going to buy either the matte one from Spigen, or one VERY similar made by a different company.
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Does the matte one make the screen look grainy?
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Does the matte one make the screen look grainy?
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It's not grainy, but there is an obvious emulsion to the screen protector. Some people might have a fit over it, I don't mind it since now the screen isn't so glossy.
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Does the matte one make the screen look grainy?
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It's not grainy, but there is an obvious emulsion to the screen protector. Some people might have a fit over it, I don't mind it since now the screen isn't so glossy.
I like the matte because not only does it not show fingerprints but it also doesn't get sticky after playing a game. I'm using the matte now. These go on so great because they are thicker and thus tend to want to lay flat, so bubbles work out very easy. This was my first time using their rubber squeegee. I was skeptical at first and had a credit card handy but boy does it work great.
The screen has a different type of smooth with the matte. I like it. Alot.
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I like the matte because not only does it not show fingerprints but it also doesn't get sticky after playing a game. I'm using the matte now. These go on so great because they are thicker and thus tend to want to lay flat, so bubbles work out very easy. This was my first time using their rubber squeegee. I was skeptical at first and had a credit card handy but boy does it work great.
The screen has a different type of smooth with the matte. I like it. Alot.
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I agree. Their squeegee was very nice to use. Made the whole installation easy. I did have a credit card off screen as well, just in case.
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Steinheil™ Screen Protector Ultra Fine
Slightly Smooth Textured Film with 30% increased Light transmittance. Effective in preventing Glare, Smudges and Fingerprints. Ultra fine matte film high Grade Anti-Glare Hard coated Film Light Transmittance increased by 21% from previous model Premium Matte Surface Perfect fit for Device's Display No Rainbow Effects Good Surface Hardness : 3H Easy to install Anti-UV Ray coated Marks and Fingerprints wipe away easily Hard coated for Scratches and Scuffs Proof No interference with Touch-Screen Responsiveness Non-tacky adhesive : removed easily without leaving residue
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I bought this screen protector based on this review and I am very disappointed.
Once applied the Nexus 7 does look much better indeed, and the touch feeling is very pleasant and smooth. However, there is a quite noticeable noisy light diffraction that makes bright areas very painful to watch and are specially noisy (chromatic noise) in low light conditions. Said differently your eyes will suffer and your most likely to get headaches from this issue if you intend to look at the tablet for long sessions of reading and gaming.
I am baffled that such an obvious change in the screen rendition is not mentioned in the review.
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I bought this screen protector based on this review and I am very disappointed.
Once applied the Nexus 7 does look much better indeed, and the touch feeling is very pleasant and smooth. However, there is a quite noticeable noisy light diffraction that makes bright areas very painful to watch and are specially noisy (chromatic noise) in low light conditions. Said differently your eyes will suffer and your most likely to get headaches from this issue if you intend to look at the tablet for long sessions of reading and gaming.
I am baffled that such an obvious change in the screen rendition is not mentioned in the review.
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I almost had it perfectly done. Huge corner bubble, not an air bubble, but like a good chunk of the lower half wouldn't wipe out. I tried everything, I was 2 seconds away from getting a perfect fit. Then I get dust artifacts, following that my screen appears to have been damaged. Now it doesn't even look smooth. The squeegee and sticker removals didn't do squat. Worse product of the year. Complete waste of time and money.
I have just installed the Ultra Fine and as usual, I'm very impressed with the quality of their screen protectors. The screen protector is made to cover almost edge to edge, which is nice. The finish is excellent and fingerprints are nonexistent as advertised. Personally, I don't have issues with the screen looking grainy. Its fine enough for me such that I don't notice the chromatic issues that are usually seen with cheaper matte screen protectors.
Overall a screen protector worth its price and very easy to install perfectly. I like it.
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Okay so I cheaped out and bought a matte screen protector off ebay for 2 bucks for a 2 pack. Not surprisingly the screen protector itself feels very good to the touch, but it results in such a grainy image and just ruins it. I might just get a glossy screen protector instead from the same seller, those work just fine as I've been using one for my phone that works great. But I was just wondering if there are any cheap matte protectors that result in a good clear image that aren't too expensive. Or any glossy ones that aren't fingerprint magnets?
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Okay so I cheaped out and bought a matte screen protector off ebay for 2 bucks for a 2 pack. Not surprisingly the screen protector itself feels very good to the touch, but it results in such a grainy image and just ruins it. I might just get a glossy screen protector instead from the same seller, those work just fine as I've been using one for my phone that works great. But I was just wondering if there are any cheap matte protectors that result in a good clear image that aren't too expensive. Or any glossy ones that aren't fingerprint magnets?
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Not cheap, but the Steinheil SGP UF has zero impact on the image, to my eyes. Think Vizio 55" HD Television Screen: It's "Matte" but the image looks great (Or any "Matte" LCD Monitor for a computer, etc...).
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Yea my SGP Steinheil UF matte looks great. I love it. No fingerprints or tacky gamer fingers or reflection glare.
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Yea my SGP Steinheil UF matte looks great. I love it. No fingerprints or tacky gamer fingers or reflection glare.
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is it this one? http://www.amazon.com/SPIGEN-SGP-Protector-Steinheil-Anti-Fingerprint/dp/B008RB15YY
I use the CrazyOnDigital matte and I think it looks really good for a matte protector.
I haven't compared SGP with BodyGuardz so I can't say which one is better, but I've written a review on the BG screen protector:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1839108
See whichever one best suits you. They might just be the same in function and quality.
I just ordered the one linked above from amazon. I have never gotten an SGP product that I was dissatisfied with.
Trying to read on my nexus 7 with the backlight turned down is difficult due to glare from the shiny screen, so I hope this helps with that.
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Regardless of which product you get, if its from a reputable company the screen protector will definitely improve your screen. Once i put mine on, I stated enjoying me device even more. It can be used comfortably in many situations.
I too can vouch for the SGP UF screen protector. Costed $30 but well worth it. The screen protector surface is a little "grainy" at first but after a few days it feels a lot smoother and no actually prefer the feel over the naked screen. The screen doesn't look grainy but there is a slight difference in how it looks.
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Just bought this one. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008LUSQM0/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 . Great reviews and a reasonable price. I get it Thursday so I will let you know. I hate screen protectors that kill your resolution too.
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matte screen protector looks grainy
when you attach the matte screen protector on your device screen ..it looks grainy but after some time it converted in to smoothly screen ..it will take time to become smoother.
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Just bought this one. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008LUSQM0/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 . Great reviews and a reasonable price. I get it Thursday so I will let you know. I hate screen protectors that kill your resolution too.
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I ordered clear amFilm screen protectors, but received anti-glare instead (by mistake). Very well priced, perfect fit, excellent quality, looks great when used outdoors and feels nice after a couple of days usage. However, the screen looks awful indoors, colors are too diffused and pixels look blurry.
Wouldn't recommend this product, unless you're short on budget.
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I ordered clear amFilm screen protectors, but received anti-glare instead (by mistake). Very well priced, perfect fit, excellent quality, looks great when used outdoors and feels nice after a couple of days usage. However, the screen looks awful indoors, colors are too diffused and pixels look blurry.
Wouldn't recommend this product, unless you're short on budget.
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totally agree with you. I took mine off because I didn't like the way it lessened the clarity indoors.
heh kinda sounds like the ebay one I bought. Oh well. $20 for a screen protector is way too steep for me. I bought a Zagg one for the HP touchpad for $15 last year and it really isn't all that great. It makes the screen feel worse and it's a dust and fingerprint magnet (moreso than the screen itself). Oddly enough the cheapo glossy ebay protector I bought for my phone is doing great for a dollar. I figure I would just get an ebay glossy one for the nexus 7 as well for cheap. Shame though, I really like the matte feel and look but cheapness has it's price.
Hey guys,
I just recently bought this screen protector from Buff and thought i'd share my experience with you. It costs $24.99 from Amazon, although, I bought it for much cheaper at my local phone store. It came in a descent packaging and I think, even though I had never heard of them before, it did give me the confidence to go ahead and get one. Anyhow, lets get down to it.
Package includes:
1 x Screen Protector
1 x Squeegee Card
1 x Microfibre
1 x Instruction Leaflet
Application:
It was a dry application so it was fairly easy to apply without the need for additional equipment. The squeegee that came with it was good enough to push out some of the bubbles. According to their website, you don't have to worry much about the bubbles, especially the stubborn ones as they tend to disappear around 24-48 Hours after applying. Although, their website also states that you can use a blow dryer to speed up the process, I personally find this unnecessary. Additionally, at other times when i do notice dust particles during application, I simply use a mini spray bottle, filled with water, at the affected part and simply force it out using the squeegee. Furthermore, If you were to do this then i would recommend doing this by either leaving on the protective sticker during or wrapping the microfiber around the squeegee to avoid damaging the screen protector in anyway.
Fitting:
As you can see from the photos, the top part does not go all the way around the speaker grill. I presume, this was done intentionally to avoid any interference between the screen protector and the sensors. However, I have never experienced issues with other protectors that do cover the sensors and the camera...ohwell maybe given the thickness/material of this thing, it does make a difference. But we'll speak about that in a bit.
The sides and bottom part are, in my opinion, a perfect cut for those certain few enthusiasts who like to switch between casings on a regular basis. As you can see, the Samsung Protect Cover+, does not interfere with it whatsoever from any of the edges.
Feel/ Protection:
In my opinion, this has got to be the exception here. I've read that there are quite a alot of haters for the Zagg invisible shield screen protectors and some have mentioned that the feel of the Buff is no different. However, I find that its really not the case. Don't get me wrong here it does feel somewhat rubbery, and although my initial thought on it was disappointing, after a few hours of using my phone I got the hang of it. I could slide my finger across the screen without experiencing much of the grippy feel almost as good as a naked screen.
Now, with the use of Spen it does require a tad bit of getting use to, and although its not as smooth as the ordinary screen protector, its still usable...provided that you wipe the screen clean of any oily or dried smudges.
Heres the good part - its pretty easy to clean and not so easy to scratch, in fact, it is even harder to scratch compared to any other screen protector out there. And if you did manage to scratch it then you need to seriously consider changing your lifestyle
I found that the microfiber provided or my shirt was more than adequate to wipe off any smudge with just a few rubs. Usually I would use an LCD cleaner but in this case i found that to be unnecessary.
According to the manufacturers website it consist of Four different layers, however, I personally think they're full of crap with regards to this info. Now this thing is thick in comparison to other protectors but still not enough to be noticed but just enough to make me wonder if all those videos they've posted are credible.
I mean they've tried almost everything you can imagine to break that glass and it still came out sparkling...hammering, throwing a red brick on it, COFFEE MUG, etc you name it. Check out the video here to judge for yourself.
Clarity:
Now I think the best way to describe this is that it is somewhere in between the clarity of an anti-glare and a crystal clear screen protector. I noticed a somewhat very faint rainbow effect one that you usually notice from an anti-glare protector. It seems to be less noticeable under direct sunlight for some reason but it becomes apparent in a dark environment especially when you crank up the screen brightness and pay close attention.
Conclusion:
This is not going to be everyone's cup of tea. But if you do decide to get it, you can be assured that you can place your cup of tea on your phone and not have to worry as much about smashing that screen to bits. Additionally, its hard to scratch meaning you probably wouldn't have to worry about changing your screen protector every few months or so like the usual, but it comes down at the expense of having that slight rubbery feel to it. Nevertheless, its still worth getting if you find yourself to be one of those overly protective individuals.
PROS:
- Easy to apply
- A good fit all around
- hard to scratch
- Cheaper in the long run since its hard to scratch
- smooth to use with fingers
CONS:
- produces tiny rainbow effect similar to an anti-glare protector
- not so smooth with Spen when screen is smudged.
- expensive - considering some brands offer x2 screen protectors for the same price.
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Good write up! Just out of curiosity I went to their website to find out thickness rating of this film. Typically cheap screen protector film is 2H (ebay junk for $0.99), while quality PET film is 3H (like iSmooth and Spigen for $10-$15 a pack), and tempered glass is 9H (like VITREO or MIME $30-$40). This one you have looks somewhere in between PET film and tempered glass in thickness. It wasn't mentioned anywhere on their website. As a matter of fact, they don't even go into details of which phone they cover or where to buy it. I checked it out on Amazon, and the cut in the picture looks totally different from what you have described. Kind of strange.
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Good write up! Just out of curiosity I went to their website to find out thickness rating of this film. Typically cheap screen protector film is 2H (ebay junk for $0.99), while quality PET film is 3H (like iSmooth and Spigen for $10-$15 a pack), and tempered glass is 9H (like VITREO or MIME $30-$40). This one you have looks somewhere in between PET film and tempered glass in thickness. It wasn't mentioned anywhere on their website. As a matter of fact, they don't even go into details of which phone they cover or where to buy it. I checked it out on Amazon, and the cut in the picture looks totally different from what you have described. Kind of strange.
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yea I had a look at their website too and it seems they're somewhat disorganized with their method of distribution. Although their marketing isn't so bad with regards to the videos theyve posted they have still got to mention the hardness and they've got to seriously provide more info to potential customers on the varieties and the availability of their product line. I bought mine from a local store so I've never really bothered checking their website earlier on availability. However, it feels like the surface hardness is about 3-4H, compared to the cheap ones youve mentioned from eBay. I would say their main highlight for this is in its ability to absorb and disperse shocks effectively rather than its resistance to scratches.
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yea I had a look at their website too and it seems they're somewhat disorganized with their method of distribution. Although their marketing isn't so bad with regards to the videos theyve posted they have still got to mention the hardness and they've got to seriously provide more info to potential customers on the varieties and the availability of their product line. I bought mine from a local store so I've never really bothered checking their website earlier on availability. However, it feels like the surface hardness is about 3-4H, compared to the cheap ones youve mentioned from eBay. I would say their main highlight for this is in its ability to absorb and disperse shocks effectively rather than its resistance to scratches.
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How good are these "like glass" screen protectors without a case? Like pet ones will peel sometime when you put it in and take It out of your pocket...
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How good are these "like glass" screen protectors without a case? Like pet ones will peel sometime when you put it in and take It out of your pocket...
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Absolutely, a good point!
Hi people, my buff screen has just five months of use, and it is becoming dark. It has been annoying me, mainly considering my GS3 is white.
What can I do to solve this question? Is there some product that I may use to have the clarity and the transparency of my screen back or should I remove the shield and lose my money?
Thank you.
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Notivago83 said:
Hi people, my buff screen has just five months of use, and it is becoming dark. It has been annoying me, mainly considering my GS3 is white.
What can I do to solve this question? Is there some product that I may use to have the clarity and the transparency of my screen back or should I remove the shield and lose my money?
Thank you.
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I would recommend sending the company an email stating your situation and then following up with a warranty claim to replace it. The most you can do is use an LCD lens cleaner but I doubt that will help.
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How good are these "like glass" screen protectors without a case? Like pet ones will peel sometime when you put it in and take It out of your pocket...
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But this screen protector isnt anything like glass. Its hardness isnt anywhere close to glass. The part I do like about this screen protector is that its meant to be reusable, so if it does manage to peel off you can always wash, dry and stick it back on.
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ebay.com/itm/Ultimate-Shock-Proof-Shock-Absorbing-Screen-Guard-Sony-Xperia-Z-/251283618423
INR 199.00 ~ $3.3
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Notivago83 said:
Hi people, my buff screen has just five months of use, and it is becoming dark. It has been annoying me, mainly considering my GS3 is white.
What can I do to solve this question? Is there some product that I may use to have the clarity and the transparency of my screen back or should I remove the shield and lose my money?
Thank you.
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It's a temporary screen protector, just toss it and buy another one. 5 months is a lifetime for some of these cheapo screen protectors.
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LittleRedDot said:
It's a temporary screen protector, just toss it and buy another one. 5 months is a lifetime for some of these cheapo screen protectors.
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+1!! Unless you buy a screen protector with a lifetime warranty, then 5 months of use is pretty good....
If you're wanting to buy one with a lifetime warranty that does NOT feel rubbery like Zagg does, check out Ghost Armor. That's the brand I always use on my tablets, and the Note 2 is the first phone I've used Ghost Armor on. I've had a GA clear front and back on one tablet for about 1.5 years now and it hasn't discolored in any way, lost any clarity, and doesn't have a single scratch on it! Highly recommend Ghost Armor for the feel, durability, and cost related to those things. GA isn't cheap, but well worth every penny that you spend!!!
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Well in India we are getting it really cheap just rs 200-250 dats arnd 4 dollar I wonder how amazon selling it at such high price and I even found the protector to be doing a great job and even after few month of use the spen even feels smooth on the screen guard .
I am very happy with this product n would recommend to all if u get it at low price