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Screen Protector Required?

Hi, I been using screen protectors for my x8. However in gsmarena it says the following about the x8:
Protection: Scratch-resistant glass
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http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_ericsson_xperia_x8-3403.php
So do I really need to keep on using a screen protector? I like it better without a screen protector
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EDIT(31/12/2011):
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NEW INFO:
Guys take a look at this:
http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=3403&idPhone2=3998
The xperia active also has the same screen as our xperia x8(I think):
Protection: Scratch-resistant glass
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And Now take a look at this video:
What do you guys say now? Do you guys still think we need a screen protector?

Its a total lie.

Our phone has Scratch-resist surface, but not a scratch-resist screen.

I would definitely recommend one. I haven't used a screen protector, got a big scratch and really regret not having used one.
Buy one in the beginning and save being furious after the first big scratch

Sebihunter said:
I would definitely recommend one. I haven't used a screen protector, got a big scratch and really regret not having used one.
Buy one in the beginning and save being furious after the first big scratch
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I dont understand, whAT DOES the "scratch resistant screen" supposed to mean?

definitely use a screen protector! the x8 screen is hardly scratch resistent at all. just put it in a bag together with some keys and you will end up ruining your beautiful screen.

MagicVie said:
definitely use a screen protector! the x8 screen is hardly scratch resistent at all. just put it in a bag together with some keys and you will end up ruining your beautiful screen.
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Well, everyone knows that puting a phone freely inside a bag plus keys and other stuff is a bad idea. Even if you had a screen protector, you probably had to end up buying another because they can also get scratches
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I suggest to use condom
LoL
The magnificient of condom is
1 elastic
2 water proof
3 dust proof
4 multifunction
5 and more ...
Dont take it so serously... Lol
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mpoendi said:
I suggest to use condom
LoL
The magnificient of condom is
1 elastic
2 water proof
3 dust proof
4 multifunction
5 and more ...
Dont take it so serously... Lol
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Actually an operator in my country gave away in the past some protectors that looked just like condoms but with no lub. It was mainly to take the phone to the beach (with a knot on the condom).
It was pretty hilarious xD
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Look at fist post!!! Found something interesting!

NEW INFO:
Guys look at this:
http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=3403&idPhone2=3998
The xperia active also has the same screen as the xperia x8(I think):
Protection: Scratch-resistant glass
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And Now take a look at this video:
What do you guys say now? Do you still think we need a screen protector?

_Sparks said:
NEW INFO:
Guys look at this:
http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=3403&idPhone2=3998
The xperia active also has the same screen as the xperia x8(I think):
And Now take a look at this video:
What do you guys say now? Do you still think we need a screen protector?
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I think it's some type of mistake on Gsmarena site about x8's scratch resistant display. Because some people claimed, that when they removed the screen protector because of this arcticle , they experienced scratches later anyway.

I have used x8 before recently changed to xperia active.i myself haven't test something like that video.
On the specification says :
Scratch resistant
Yes it's scratch resistant
But it's not scratch proof right
Xperia active screen is using ashahi's dragontrail mineral glass
It's almost the same technology that corning gorilla glass using
Take a look at the end of the video, Xperia active screen got scratch by the wrench
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puppet13th said:
I have used x8 before recently changed to xperia active.i myself haven't test something like that video.
On the specification says :
Scratch resistant
Yes it's scratch resistant
But it's not scratch proof right
Xperia active screen is using ashahi's dragontrail mineral glass
It's almost the same technology that corning gorilla glass using
Take a look at the end of the video, Xperia active screen got scratch by the wrench
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Still man...he killed it with a wrench..I mean when you will try to kill your phone with a wrench!

Is capacitive touch works well with screen protectors? as to my knowledge it is not.
I use a leather case for my X8 which i got from ebay for $2.5 or so.

great! this will be my next phone.
the screen size similar to x8.

Medo2 said:
Still man...he killed it with a wrench..I mean when you will try to kill your phone with a wrench!
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The phone just got scratch and not killed. Hehe
There still other options to choose beside Xperia active :
- Xperia mini - st15i
- Xperia mini pro - sk17i
- Live with walkman - wt19i
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Medo2 said:
Still man...he killed it with a wrench..I mean when you will try to kill your phone with a wrench!
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When it lags like hell ??
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i will not risk my phone not to use. better use.

I have a screen protector and a leather case :')
So none of them are necessary? ^^

Trying to Remove Xperia TL Built in Screen Protector

Trying to remove the Xperia TL's Built in Shatter Proof Screen Protector, Reading tutorial's on how to do so, but cant peel it because it's to hard on the screen. Tryed my finger nail with no luck
Tutorial I watched
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GzYnDnZDRg&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Odp: Trying to Remove Xperia TL Built in Screen Protector
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2173505
Already posted here... by me

romcio47 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2173505
Already posted here... by me
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I saw that video along time ago and I followed the steps but the reason i made this thread because the protector wont come off

You just need to pull harder

gregbradley said:
You just need to pull harder
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no I mean that when I try to scratch the side of the screen so the protector will lift so i can pull it

Use a needle to get underneath it, but I managed it with my fingernail, in the hole just above the sony logo

gregbradley said:
Use a needle to get underneath it, but I managed it with my fingernail, in the hole just above the sony logo
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Yea I tried my nail and a niddle, for some reason its so strong

AndroidHoneyComb said:
Yea I tried my nail and a niddle, for some reason its so strong
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W00T I did it

Does the screen feel weird without protecror?
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mcsqwizzys98 said:
Does the screen feel weird without protecror?
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I wouldnt know, as every xperia phone i have got i remove the protector immediately! It is useless and makes the the display worse.

gregbradley said:
I wouldnt know, as every xperia phone i have got i remove the protector immediately! It is useless and makes the the display worse.
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Oh I see
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mcsqwizzys98 said:
Oh I see
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also, I keep my phone in my pocket without any screen protecors or cases. In the same pocket i have my house keys, car keys and loose change and I have never EVER got a scratch on my screen

gregbradley said:
also, I keep my phone in my pocket without any screen protecors or cases. In the same pocket i have my house keys, car keys and loose change and I have never EVER got a scratch on my screen
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Somehow I got one on mine now theres this scratch of rainbow (
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wow, after 4 xperia phones i have never had this. Obvioulsy my experience is not a gurentee, just my experience.
And you are the first person I have heard of saying this, so if it scratched the glass I am sure it would have scratched the protector as well.

gregbradley said:
wow, after 4 xperia phones i have never had this. Obvioulsy my experience is not a gurentee, just my experience.
And you are the first person I have heard of saying this, so if it scratched the glass I am sure it would have scratched the protector as well.
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yeah its scratched glass its a piss off lol i odnt even have a clue how it happened going to send it in anywyas having problems with headphone poort since i got it its been creakign and i can pussh it in and my headphones dont owrk sometiems lol so ill probs just end up with new device

mcsqwizzys98 said:
yeah its scratched glass its a piss off lol i odnt even have a clue how it happened going to send it in anywyas having problems with headphone poort since i got it its been creakign and i can pussh it in and my headphones dont owrk sometiems lol so ill probs just end up with new device
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The device feels weird when touched, But I got used to it.
I am planning to buy a screen protector (to make the device feel smother

AndroidHoneyComb said:
The device feels weird when touched, But I got used to it.
I am planning to buy a screen protector (to make the device feel smother
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That is just the remains of the "glue" used to keep it on, it will feel exactly the same as before soon.

AndroidHoneyComb said:
The device feels weird when touched, But I got used to it.
I am planning to buy a screen protector (to make the device feel smother
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¿What do you mean by "feels weird"?.

Arcano said:
¿What do you mean by "feels weird"?.
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its not as smooth as the protector

AndroidHoneyComb said:
its not as smooth as the protector
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How long have you had your screen protector off and how and what did you use to clean your screen with after you removed it ?
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Zagg invisibleSHIELD

Hello fellow Xperia T/V users! I've used this product on my old Xperia X10 Mini Pro and it really is a good screen protector. I have just ordered the invisibleSHIELD (Maximum Coverage) for my Xperia V and it's shipping to Singapore tomorrow. I would post screenshots of this. If you are interested you can head onto http://www.zagg.com/

I already ordered one replacement because I had many problems with this protector for my T. It's bloody hard to apply. At least for me

romcio47 said:
I already ordered one replacement because I had many problems with this protector for my T. It's bloody hard to apply. At least for me
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Yea it is very hard. It takes time. But since my V is water resistance I can just spray the foam over it too
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It's coming tomorrow. If not next week!
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Woo it just came via DHL!
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pictures when installed please...

shadowhunter20 said:
pictures when installed please...
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Uploading
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shadowhunter20 said:
pictures when installed please...
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It's invisible so, ¿what pictures do you want?.

shadowhunter20 said:
pictures when installed please...
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Sorry. My sister snatched the laptop and used it herself. Maybe later
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Do you think you could post those photos as I am really curious as to how the invisibleSHIELD looks as I am planning on getting one for my Xperia T but am not sure whether I want to keep the matte plastic back as opposed to the glossier, 'orange peel' texture.

I asked for a replacement. I'll upload soon.
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Odp: Zagg invisibleSHIELD
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I asked for a replacement. I'll upload soon.
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Haha! The same thing I did xD
My was unable to use for me due to loads of dust under the shield.

romcio47 said:
Haha! The same thing I did xD
My was unable to use for me due to loads of dust under the shield.
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Same. Did you send it back? I can't send it back. It's too far.
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romcio47 said:
Haha! The same thing I did xD
My was unable to use for me due to loads of dust under the shield.
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Did you put the invisibleSHIELD on after taking off the screen protector that Sony put on? That's what I plan on doing so hopefully there's no dust Also do you think you could post a couple of close up pictures of the front and back? That would be really great!

I really want one for the TX, but both zagg and xtremeguard don't have it

reshonda said:
Did you put the invisibleSHIELD on after taking off the screen protector that Sony put on? That's what I plan on doing so hopefully there's no dust Also do you think you could post a couple of close up pictures of the front and back? That would be really great!
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I did that for the V. Unfortunately the Sony logo imprinted on the shatter proof sheet.
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I've contacted Zagg and they agreed on replacing my product without having me to send the older one back but it's a one time thing. I can confirm that Zagg have one of the best customer support.
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-SlenderMan- said:
I've contacted Zagg and they agreed on replacing my product without having me to send the older one back but it's a one time thing. I can confirm that Zagg have one of the best customer support.
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Yes but without sending, you can only request ONE replacement. After that you will have to buy another invisible shield at full price.
And "infinite" number of replacements would be able if you send them every piece of old invisible shield
Unfortunately I threw my old one to the trash... Now I'm waiting for my brother to buy LCD cleaning spray to totally wipe all the grease I have on my glass (shatter-proof sheet is taken off) because I can't wipe it using Zagg's cloth (no oleophobic glass on T...) and then I will try to put it again ;D

No. I can ask for more replacements but the next time I need to send in the old one. This is only a one time thing.
Thank me! I need to get my thanks up from my previous account!

Okay! I got the replacement today! I'm not applying it now because I'm sending my phone for repair soon. Also I can't update OP because I've changed to this account. (Old account given to my brother back since he came back from the army) Here's the pictures I took!

My Xperia Z scratches

I just bought a new Xperia z, few hours later my kid scratched it.. He never told me until I found the scratch... What a waste.... Is it a bad screen...??? Never found scratchesin my Lumia 920!!!!
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azharisadig said:
I just bought a new Xperia z, few hours later my kid scratched it.. He never told me until I found the scratch... What a waste.... Is it a bad screen...??? Never found scratchesin my Lumia 920!!!!
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The Xperia Z has many features, this is one of them:
The Xperia Z features tempered glass and anti-shatter film on the front and back, and high levels of dust and water resistance.
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Your son scratched a plastic surface.
Take it off, buy a screen protector, and replace.

The xperia z has a glued on anti shatter film that you can remove and replace with any screen protector of your choice. The only downside is that you lose the Sony logo
Press thanks if I have helped
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Yeah it's only the anti shatter film. But if you do remove it you will loose the Sony logo. Some people find that a plus. Also some reporting more responsive screen.
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Why the Sony logo does not come pressed on the screen but in the film?
Screen Technology?

BR4DOKYBrazil said:
Why the Sony logo does not come pressed on the screen but in the film?
Screen Technology?
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No one knows, we can only speculate...
Most people think that it's because it's cheaper this way.

BR4DOKYBrazil said:
Why the Sony logo does not come pressed on the screen but in the film?
Screen Technology?
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To emphasize on the importance of keeping the sheet in place as a part of the phone.
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DoCoMo for example put their logo in that position maybe it's a way to allow personalizations

graffus said:
DoCoMo for example put their logo in that position maybe it's a way to allow personalizations
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This. This is my guess. Sony doesn't have a history of cheating so I doubt that's the reason now.
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In another forum, a guy said he was part of screen technology, which because it is thin, it would be impossible to press the Sony logo.
He had posted a picture explaining!

Yeah really hate the fact the Sony logo is pressed on the film. It's the only reason why I haven't removed mine. I have a hard enough time already telling which way is the right way up. Just hope we don't see another omnibalace design from Sony. The bottom bezel looks much bigger than it should be.
I prefer on screen buttons but I thought that was meant to help reduce the chassis. Maybe Sony was absent at that meeting because the Z is certainly taller than it needs to be.
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If you look closer, you'll notice it has symmetrical proportions, so i guess sony guys had that on their minds... ZL is living prof that extra dimensions are here just cause pure esthetics. My only complain... they could have put larger battery also then...
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azharisadig said:
I just bought a new Xperia z, few hours later my kid scratched it.. He never told me until I found the scratch... What a waste.... Is it a bad screen...??? Never found scratchesin my Lumia 920!!!!
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I cant find anywhere on the net if the xperia logo on the back is pressed into the glass or the 'shatter-proof film'...the reason I ask is that I have protected my screen, but the back has small scratches. Ide hate to loose the xperia logo in an effort to renew its original luster with a new film...anyone know?
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The Xperia logo in thw back doesn't come out while removing the film.
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Check with your country's sony store if removing asf does void warranty before removing it.

Since Sony doesn't want people to remove the screen protector is there any type of anti fingerprint coding on it? I mean If I remove the screen protector will the screen be nice to use or will it just get all smudged in fingerprints that are impossible to remove?

matticitt said:
Since Sony doesn't want people to remove the screen protector is there any type of anti fingerprint coding on it? I mean If I remove the screen protector will the screen be nice to use or will it just get all smudged in fingerprints that are impossible to remove?
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No coating, just straight glass...but I'd recommend getting a matt finish (anti smudge) screen protector if u are going to remove.. Or unless ur screen is already scratched, simply apply it over the top of the factory one. Couldnt personally tell a difference in responsiveness by doing so.
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[Q] Users with white Sony Xperia Z's - Quick Question

Hi,
Yeah ok I haven't searched if there's a thread on this (if so, don't worry Mods I'll close it). Quick question,
Those with the white Sony Xperia Z, Do you use a case and screen protector? I'm worried my XZ will change color in my jeans or black trousers... I'm particularly worried in the sides. Sony's quality is much better than HTCs so im just worried as im an ex HTC user.
Am I just worried over a silly matter or is it a problem?
Edit - They give us a screen protector... Do they know something we dont?
Thanks all.
Just got it today and im looking to port Sense 5.0 to it
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Good to see more devs here
I have the white Z,
3 months now without cover or screen protector and still like a new one.
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I've not seen many white XZ around Rome. But from what I've read on some forum that the only part slightly sensitive to external colours is the plastic around the glass. But it can be removed just washing it, nothing permanent seems... :good:

For my white Xperia Z i use front n back screen protection and Spigen ultra slim case...result. In perfect and like New condition peace-out :beer:
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Taylor_Swift said:
They give us a screen protector... Do they know something we dont?
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That's because there is a factory-applied anti-shatter film on top of the glass which is easier to scratch than the glass is (obviously), so they provide the screen protector because of anticipated higher demand of it.
Taylor_Swift said:
Just got it today and im looking to port Sense 5.0 to it
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Please don't
Also, your signature is ridiculously large.

Rekoil said:
That's because there is a factory-applied anti-shatter film on top of the glass which is easier to scratch than the glass is (obviously), so they provide the screen protector because of anticipated higher demand of it.
Please don't
Also, your signature is ridiculously large.
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Sorry. I do a lot of XDA work. Really? Sense 5 and Optimus UI would be awesome on the XZ
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Taylor_Swift said:
Sorry. I do a lot of XDA work. Really? Sense 5 and Optimus UI would be awesome on the XZ
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Hehe, I was just kidding. Definitely couldn't hurt!

I use the case mate tough case and a screen protector, works great and phone is in perfect condition.
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I've got a white Xperia Z for 4 mounths now with no case or screen protector, always in my pocket... no color change is noticeable

Thanks for putting the doubt out of my mind guys...
Cause im nice ill thank y'all
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gm007 said:
Good to see more devs here
I have the white Z,
3 months now without cover or screen protector and still like a new one.
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This :good:

You can rest easy on this one. I've had mine since the day 3 launched it on their network. No screen protector and no case, although I have a Poetic stand type case for watching videos but that's only been used twice, and not a scratch on the glass or a colour out of place. The only thing I would say is watch the plastic trim around the sides, luckily on the white one its hard to notice but of you drop it a few times the surface comes off.
Mines been dropped off a ladder at work onto concrete, fallen out my pocket whilst mountain biking and been run over by another bike, it's been pressure washed (although the little water sensor things did all turn red at that point) and it's been stood on.
I've never seen a phone that holds up this well to abuse since the old Nokia 3310.

do you still have plans for sense 5 port?

sinnerghost said:
do you still have plans for sense 5 port?
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Yeah... Just on hold
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