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Hey guys, I just took my screen protector off today because it was getting dirty. But im wondering, can I really just go without the screen protector? How reliable is the gorrilla glass on this thing? I wonder if Rogers even put gorilla glass on the captivate phones. Anyway, what are peoples experiences without using a screen protecotr?
I have never had an issue other than fingerprints.
I am careful though and do not put it in a pocket with anything metal.
i was wondering the same thing a while back then i found this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=912515
Lots of people sharing their experience.
I always use a screen protector because I know one day I will get rid of this phone and I want it looking perfect. The gorilla glass will scratch.
No protection on my cappy. Been in my pocket with keys. Looks brand new.
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No protection on my cappy. Been in my pocket with keys. Looks brand new.
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Lol i dont get it, people are saying they do get screatchs from keys and some people dont. Anyway somehow I reached into my desk and discovered I had saved 2 extra screen protectors.....so i guess im gonna use them anyway.
I've dropped my phone and had it in my pocket with keys and coins. Just a cleaning with a cloth to clear finer prints and smudges and the screen looks brand new.
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After almost 14 months use including dropping it on pavement several times (always find your phone before you get out of your truck ), throwing it in my front pocket with keys, etc., I have two or three tiny scratches that you have to look for.
Pretty impressed with the durability but I also consciously avoid doing the previously mentioned "oops" actions.
Never have used a screen protector, throw it into my pocket - "usually" without keys or coins. My screen looks the same as the day I brought it home - wonderful stuff this gorilla glass.
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i have used the generic screen protectors, that are super cheap but dont cover the entire front of the screen just fits over the display area, i took that off a few days ago cause i realized the ares not covered (the top and bottom) are completely new looking. finger prints and smudges a a P.I.T.A. but the glass feels SOOO smooth compared to the protector...
btw this is a question...they usually go in the Q&A section....
I took scissors to my screen.. Pretty good, too.. Scratched that thing, and even heard some 'scratching' 'oh no, I musta scratched it' sounds while doing it.. It came out completely clean.
I have also dropped it from about 6 feet, having it land on a corner.. and all it did was put a dent in the corner.. (This happened a couple of times)
This phone is almost indestructible.
No screen protecter here and has been threw some crap and.looks.brand new...my sis had one but in my own opionion it took away from the badass display
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Scratch resistant not scratch proof.
jack man said:
i was wondering the same thing a while back then i found this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=912515
Lots of people sharing their experience.
I always use a screen protector because I know one day I will get rid of this phone and I want it looking perfect. The gorilla glass will scratch.
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I stopped using screen protectors on my cappy almost a year ago
I have one SLIGHT scratch that you really have to look for.
Don't set it on table tops screen faced down(that's just dumb)
Make it a rule of thumb to keep your phone in a pocket for itself with nothing else in it
Just take care of it, the rest takes care of itself.
I've had mine almost a year without a protector and it looks brand new. And I'm kinda hard on my phones.
Almost been a year now with no screen protector just some surface scratches but nothing major. As for screen protectors go i hate them. They collect dust and scratch super easily well worth it if you dont have a phone with gorilla glass but not worth it with the captivate.
Just wish they had made the body out of something else because it scratches real easy but a simple $1 case fixed that
Can't stand screen protectors. Have had no scratches yet. I work construction often digging trenches, and have pulled my phone our of my pocket that was full of sand and rocks. Still looks brand new.
I do use a body glove case because without it, I have a hard time holding the phone
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Mine's naked too and it looks brand new. But there are scratches nevertheless. Micro ones that most lighting doesn't seem to reveal. It's weird but here in the office, I can't see any scratches at all. Good lighting. But when I use it at church, for some reason, the overhead lights show tons of scratches.
No screen protector, just the Body Glove Mirage skin shown here: http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-Mirage-Samsung-Captivate/dp/B0040M7H96
I generally throw it in the pocket opposite the one with my keys, but it does get thrown in with other stuff, like sunglasses, usb sticks, etc. Had it for over a year now and no scratches. Very resilient. Protectors definitely take away from the beauty of the screen, but it really depends on how hard you are on your phone.
No screen protector here. I somehow have a scratch on the screen though. Not sure how that happened but it isn't too noticeable and life goes on.
I am not sure why people still use screen protectors on today's high end devices especially phones like the Galaxy Note II with the enhanced toughened glass it has. Not only do they look terrible, they cause problems. See the numerous video uploads of people trying to scratch the glass for proof of how tough it is.
The Galaxy Note II has an extra issue with screen protectors in that it obviously uses an S-Pen detection layer.
I have just read the official manual for it and it clearly states NOT to use one as it causes sensor malfunctions. See attached clipping:
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I am not sure why people still use screen protectors on today's high end devices especially phones like the Galaxy Note II with the enhanced toughened glass it has. Not only do they look terrible, they cause problems. See the numerous video uploads of people trying to scratch the glass for proof of how tough it is.
The Galaxy Note II has an extra issue with screen protectors in that it obviously uses an S-Pen detection layer.
I have just read the official manual for it and it clearly states NOT to use one as it causes sensor malfunctions. See attached clipping:
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This is very true with the invent of gorilla glass I have personally tried acracthing screens with no success I have even gone to the point of using an extremely sharp knife and dragging the point across the screen, he screen protectors are only really good for keeping fingerprints off screen ans if you are worried about that you really have no business having a touch screen and yes the cause many problems
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This is very true with the invent of gorilla glass I have personally tried acracthing screens with no success I have even gone to the point of using an extremely sharp knife and dragging the point across the screen, he screen protectors are only really good for keeping fingerprints off screen ans if you are worried about that you really have no business having a touch screen and yes the cause many problems
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Have you tried with sand?
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I am not sure why people still use screen protectors on today's high end devices especially phones like the Galaxy Note II with the enhanced toughened glass it has. Not only do they look terrible, they cause problems. See the numerous video uploads of people trying to scratch the glass for proof of how tough it is.
The Galaxy Note II has an extra issue with screen protectors in that it obviously uses an S-Pen detection layer.
I have just read the official manual for it and it clearly states NOT to use one as it causes sensor malfunctions. See attached clipping:
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Any ideas what they meant by sensor malfunction? Inaccuracy of S pen? Is it a temporal or permanent malfunction?
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ya let me see you go to the beach and somehow manage to get some sand accidently on ur phone like i did when i tucked my phone in my bag which happened to have caught some sand from playing arnd..........do that and then come back here and tell us what u think of screen protectors......
I think the massage for sensor error is not for s-pen. but maybe for brightness or gesture hand on the top of the sensor.
I'll test it when it arrives.
But gorila glass or not... every phone i had got scratched, and if it was made with diamond glass .- it would scratch...
F..it - I'll use the screen protector. (bestskinsever has the best one for me.. I just emailed them when will they get one for NOTE II.
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This is very true with the invent of gorilla glass I have personally tried acracthing screens with no success I have even gone to the point of using an extremely sharp knife and dragging the point across the screen, he screen protectors are only really good for keeping fingerprints off screen ans if you are worried about that you really have no business having a touch screen and yes the cause many problems
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Gorilla glass will still scratch I had a htc one x with a few light scratches from sand and everyday grit
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I get AMAZED when people vouch for screen protectors like they are invincible ARMOR which protects the screen from all possible damage like that from Sand all keep talking about.
Is it so that sand will not scratch the screen protector but will the screen? Or is it that we feel that even if it does scratch the screen protector, it will miraculously save the screen? Both this conditions seems quite ambiguous and UNBELIEVABLE to me unless I see a proof that screen protectors ACTUALLY save the screen even when scratched through Sand or Diamond or whatever!
I would appreciate enlightenment through fellow members on this and more thoughts accordingly.
This really annoys me.
Gorilla Glass SRATCHES. It may not be a huge scratch but you will always get light scratches which only show up when you inspect the screen closely and I HATE those more because you can be so careful with the phone and then find some tiny dust particle you couldn't even see has made a mark on your display. I hate it.
Screen protectors get Scratched. They will get more scratches than the glass because they are softer but the screen will be perfect underneath.
And when it's really dirty ill just change the protector.
I agree that the protectors won't stop something seriously sharp like metal going through but if you take care with the phone and use a protector then the phone will be perfect for as long as you have it.
And incidentally I have a GLAS.T SGP protector on my iPhone 5. It's glass so it won't scratch easily, and yes it will pick up light scratches but again underneath its perfect.
That's why I use them.
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I get AMAZED when people vouch for screen protectors like they are invincible ARMOR which protects the screen from all possible damage like that from Sand all keep talking about.
Is it so that sand will not scratch the screen protector but will the screen? Or is it that we feel that even if it does scratch the screen protector, it will miraculously save the screen? Both this conditions seems quite ambiguous and UNBELIEVABLE to me unless I see a proof that screen protectors ACTUALLY save the screen even when scratched through Sand or Diamond or whatever!
I would appreciate enlightenment through fellow members on this and more thoughts accordingly.
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Why is this confusing to you? If you cover something, and the cover is scratched, then you can just change the cover. If your protector is pierced, then of course no go, but I suspect your screen is still damaged. Scratches are typically not deep.
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I have a Spigen Crystal Clear protector on my Note II
So far after a days use i have found NO problems with having the protector on.
I will keep this thread informed if I run into any problems.
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Why is this confusing to you? If you cover something, and the cover is scratched, then you can just change the cover. If your protector is pierced, then of course no go, but I suspect your screen is still damaged. Scratches are typically not deep.
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My question is more related to the THICKNESS of those screen protectors. How does a less than 1mm thin plastic skin protect whats beneath. Wouldn't it scratch the screen anyway when it is exposed to sand and hard metal which can scratch Gorilla glass?
I get extremely annoyed when the screen protectors themselves may get easily scratched even while putting on the screen. I have used SGP Ultra Fine on my SGS2 for few weeks and while I loved the way my fingers used to glide over them with hardly any smearing compared to the original Gorilla glass screen, I could not tolerate the numerous scratches it got despite careful use and hence had to remove it to avoid the distraction and recover the outstanding display beneath. I hate spoiling the display for such hypothetical situation where we believe that the protector can actually protect the screen as I anyway never had any scratch on my SGS1 and only recently noticed couple of them on my SGS2 which may have come during a visit to the service center and am still okay with the screen without the protector as otherwise the screen is still flawless and those scratches are invisible unless specifically searched at an angle with strong light (like sunlight) comes through a specific angle.
I think people are missing the point here, my original post made reference to the Samsung manual for this device which clearly tells you not to use one as it causes malfunctions.
The negatives outway the positives in that, they alter functionality of the phone as stated by Samsung, they spoil the appearance of your phone with bubbles and mis-alignment, they are not going to save the screen from heavy scratches anyway and the only people that really benefit are companies that sell them.
If you use one and you are happy with that then all well and good. But personally I find if you take care of your phone and use a good case as I have done for years you simply won't need a protector.
I used one for months on a first gen Note, no problems at all; I can't imagine why it would cause any problems. And the reason I installed one is because before I installed it, a small bit of dust caused a noticable scratch on the glass. As for appearance issues, if you take your time and install a decent quality one, you won't notice it at all, and I tend to prefer the feel of a protected screen over glass now. Having used a few protectors over the years, it's hard to imagine what you'd be doing that could penetrate a protector, short of attacking it with a Stanley knife, in which case your screen is the least of your worries. They're designed to take minor scuffs, and since this is a stylus orientated device, I'd be worried about dragging plastic over it without some protection.
I am on day 3 with my protector on my Note II and no problems.
Pen works perfectly. Pressure also works perfectly.
I want to know about this as I plan to draw a lot on my galaxy note and I am known to be quite "expressive". I don't want to scratch up my screen from doing digital paintings, that's why I want a screen protector :/
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I think people are missing the point here, my original post made reference to the Samsung manual for this device which clearly tells you not to use one as it causes malfunctions.
The negatives outway the positives in that, they alter functionality of the phone as stated by Samsung, they spoil the appearance of your phone with bubbles and mis-alignment, they are not going to save the screen from heavy scratches anyway and the only people that really benefit are companies that sell them.
If you use one and you are happy with that then all well and good. But personally I find if you take care of your phone and use a good case as I have done for years you simply won't need a protector.
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I'm still not sure what they meant by malfunction....is this a long term malfunction or short tern while the screen protector is on?
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I believe they are concerned about it covering up the light sensor than more than anything.
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The bottom line is your screen will probably end up with a minor scratch after a year of use. So do you put some cheap plastic/rubber film on it and never enjoy the brilliant screen? Or do you enjoy it for all it's glory and deal with scratches if they happen?
The Note 2 comes with the best screen protector already. It is called Gorilla Glass 2. Why put a 10 cent (sold to you for $40) piece of crap on it?
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The bottom line is your screen will probably end up with a minor scratch after a year of use. So do you put some cheap plastic/rubber film on it and never enjoy the brilliant screen? Or do you enjoy it for all it's glory and deal with scratches if they happen?
The Note 2 comes with the best screen protector already. It is called Gorilla Glass 2. Why put a 10 cent (sold to you for $40) piece of crap on it?
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There are great protectors out there that are very clear and looks almost like as if nothing is on it
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I think people are missing the point here, my original post made reference to the Samsung manual for this device which clearly tells you not to use one as it causes malfunctions.
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Unless your screen protector is magnetic, it's not going to cause malfunctions.
You can put a piece of cardboard on top of your screen and it doesn't affect the stylus. Seriously. Try it.
The only way you are going to induce scratches is if your protector is made out of sand or something, or you trap sand or whatever under it.
I didn't use screen protectors with my galaxy note until I got a small scratch on the screen.
There is also a nice degree of comfort knowing your screen is protected. If you get something on the screen - dirt, oil, whatever.
Worst case scenario is you just get a new protector. (versus a new screen).
Do I really NEED one? Perhaps not. But I do anyway.
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I've had my Nexus 4 for less than a week and there are a bunch of little scratches on the screen and one small crack near the bottom. I've had a bunch of touchscreen phones in the past and I've never gotten s single scratch on the screen so wtf is going on? Oh and is there anyway to fix them or at least make em less noticeable?
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A screen guard, such as XO skins will cover them up.
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Had mine over a week now and it is completely scratch free. Prob famous last words. I don't think there is anything wrong with the glass. Deco goons pick up a screen protector soon though. And I don't fancy dropping this thing.
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What screen protectors are you guys using?
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Get some silicon covers
Using a case defeats the whole purpose of the nexus looking black n sexy.
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Using a case defeats the whole purpose of the nexus looking black n sexy.
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wurd ^^^
In my opinion (which seems to differ greatly from many others on this board) I want to show off the beautiful glass back. What is the point of keeping it scratch free and uncracked if you are just going to keep it hidden in a case for nobody to see, anyway? This phone cost $350, I highly doubt there is going to be a huge resale value for it when it comes time for me to replace it with the Nexus 5 (or whatever they call it). I will use screen protectors for the front and back and call it a day. I figure I will buy a nice black TPU case after I break the back (if I ever break it, that is) to hide the cracks, but until then, leave it naked for the world to see.
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I've had a bunch of touchscreen phones in the past and I've never gotten s single scratch on the screen so wtf is going on?
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What's going is that you damaged your phone. You just don't remember how or when.
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Had mine over a week now and it is completely scratch free. Prob famous last words.
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Ha same, had it a week and no scratches yet *touch wood*. I have invested in a leather pouch and screen protector, I advise everyone to do the same.
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Using a case defeats the whole purpose of the nexus looking black n sexy.
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Not using a case or a bumper will break the black n sexy device
Mine is pristine 2 weeks in and she's been completely naked the whole time.
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Not using a case or a bumper will break the black n sexy device
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no, breaking the device will break the device.
OP, pictures or it didn't happen.
No scratch. No case. No screen protector.
OP, pay more attention to it.
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Just get xoskins front and back. Very good product high quality sometimes I don't even know it's there.. I do have the bumper as well tho
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After being accustomed to having my plastic Nexus S naked the whole time (and it taking a few big falls without a mark) I was so uneasy handing the N4 at first - it felt so fragile and hard to hold. Fortunately I received the bumper the next day, and this has made a world of difference. I no longer feel on edge every time I pick it up - I still think my naked Nexus S is more durable, but at least the bumper let's you still enjoy the N4's superior build.
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@OP,
You're holding it wrong.
Like someone else said, I suggest a screen protector with a silicon backing. They are the best.
Silicon backed protectors leave no residue and the silicon will fill in scratches and make them invisible while the protector is on. Protectors that stick using static cling will not cover scratches, and other protectors that require water to apply are more trouble than they are worth, in my opinion.
I recommend these, when it comes back in stock that is:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AEU4OEE/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00
I have used their protectors on many different phones and I am always extremely pleased with the results. Unlike most non-body armor screen protectors, these come with protectors for both the front and back.
I'm not a case person. I tend to take care of my phones. I'd recommend front and back protectors, the Nexus 4 bumper, just cause it adds a little more protection and grip, without taking away from the looks of the phone, and just be as careful as you possibly can. I don't care what phone you are talking about. If you drop it right (or wrong rather) it will break.
Good luck.
Yes screen protector is a no brainer, glass can scratch even gorilla glass, not too bothered though although I have a case on order for it as my phone gets slung in a pack with a big bunch of keys and other stuff, it would look like a pile of pants in no time if I had no case.
Front and back glass looks like sex but is a little vulnerable
Anyone else have faint small scratches on the Nexus 5.. The glass panel is from corning which should be 20-30% stronger than the previous gorilla glass 2. However what i'm seeing here is backwards... my galaxy s3 is pretty old now and actually dropped it face down a couple times maybe 2 feet? nexus 5 has not experienced a drop at all.
Heres the shocker
My s3 which has been used for almost 2 years has no scratches at all..
my nexus 5 however has 2 faint scratches on the right side, now im a very clean guy and i take care of my phones and i clear out my pockets everytime i put my phone in.
Gorilla glass has a hardness scale of 8-9 anything above it will scratch it doesn't matter how pointy or sharp it is.
However in my case the glass had some imperfections where the scale wasn't 8-9.
so this thread is about if you have faint scratches and if you have another device with Gorilla glass 3 and or 2 please compare them it would be interesting to see results. :good:
If your device is perfect please step outside in the sunlight and angle your phone in different ways you will find some..
Gorilla glass is scratch resistant not scratch proof...and something pointy or a sharp knife wont put a scratch on the screen but even minute particle of sand i.e. silica will scratch the screen as silica is the hardest thing on earth and even gorilla glass can't resist it!!
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Gorilla glass is scratch resistant not scratch proof...and something pointy or a sharp knife wont put a scratch on the screen but even minute particle of sand i.e. silica will scratch the screen as silica is the hardest thing on earth and even gorilla glass can't resist it!!
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Yes i know that but what im saying is my older galaxy s3 has no scratches and my n5 does i dont know what scratched it but it did
Ur s3 was lucky enough that it survived a face drop without a single scratch whereas n5 isn't
Dats the only reason y i use a screen protector!!
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My s3 was much scratchier. They're resistant to an extent and mainly to bigger things. Its grains / dust that does the most damage.
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Yeah I have a lot a small scratches. A lot more than my Htc one, but still tolerable.
Although we have gorilla glass 3, I'd still advise others to use a traditional screen protector or a tempered glass protector if you prefer the natural feel of glass.
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All glass can scratch. There's probably many millions of people who have scratches on their GG2 and GG3 now, most not knowing the exact event which caused it.
Everyone knows that screen protectors prevent scratches on the glass. Everyone knows cases help prevent drop damages. If you don't use one, and get damage, you only have yourself to blame. If you don't use one, and get no damage, that's fortunate, but it doesn't mean that you'll be fortunate the next time.
The N5 has some of the most micro-scratch prone glass of any phone I've ever owned. My Moto X comes with me to work on construction sites, gets tossed in my tool bag with all my sharp tools, and just generally gets beat up, and there are maybe one or two micro-scratches on it, and you have to look hard to find them. My N5 on the other hand, which I've had for a much shorter amount of time, gets babied and never sees any type of hazard, is just covered in them. I have been taking ridiculously good care of it, but it seems like a new micro-scratch pops up daily. I don't really care because you can only see them when the screen is off, but it's still pretty ridiculous.
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my n5 is scratch free. no screen protection, no case, nothing. it gets tossed around, dropped, but always gets put into a pocket when carrying around. id say its handled whatever abuse ive thrown at it fairly well.
After a month I got a scratch on my phone, and I treat it like a baby :crying: , the nexus 4 lasted about 5 months without a scratch in comparison , I got a SGp nano tr glass to protect it , almost 40 euros ouch!
If I had a nickel for every time someone said their naked phone had no scratches on it, I would be rich. Some people are more sensitive to it and others just don't look hard enough or care enough if it's not immediately visible!
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Elisha said:
If I had a nickel for every time someone said their naked phone had no scratches on it, I would be rich. Some people are more sensitive to it and others just don't look hard enough or care enough if it's not immediately visible!
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im looking at it very hard at the moment, not a single scratch or nick. then again, im the type of person that washes the phone every day before leaving the home, and every evening before leaving work(the back and camera lens cover i wash as well). the slightest scratch would stick out and would be obvious to me. my nexus 4 also doesnt have any scratches on the front glass, but has many micro scratches on the back glass.
Wow guys. Its just a phone. Scratches may happen. Glass is glass. I wouldn't lose sleep over it.
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Wow guys. Its just a phone. Scratches may happen. Glass is glass. I wouldn't lose sleep over it.
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Every phone that come out people always seem to complain. It never fails.
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Wow guys. Its just a phone. Scratches may happen. Glass is glass. I wouldn't lose sleep over it.
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I guess... so when is this nexus 6 coming out?
Hopefully by then corning has moved out of glass and into Sapphire and or other materials
seeing my scratched Nexus 5 camera which has a case
or my naked iphone 5c camera which has a sapphire lens cover and its perfect so far.
If people have even the slightest concerns about scratches or micro scratches they should get a screen protector and out it on day one so they don't ever have to worry about this kind of stuff.
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im looking at it very hard at the moment, not a single scratch or nick. then again, im the type of person that washes the phone every day before leaving the home, and every evening before leaving work(the back and camera lens cover i wash as well). the slightest scratch would stick out and would be obvious to me. my nexus 4 also doesnt have any scratches on the front glass, but has many micro scratches on the back glass.
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Ha! I thought I was the only one who cleans their phone daily. I buy alcohol wipes specifically for wiping my phone and tablets down. I do it at the end of the day, every day. Keeps my toys looking brand new
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Ha! I thought I was the only one who cleans their phone daily. I buy alcohol wipes specifically for wiping my phone and tablets down. I do it at the end of the day, every day. Keeps my toys looking brand new
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i also use alcohol wipes to clean the phone, lol. only alcohol wipes. and only a bounty paper towel, as other paper towels leave residue. and yea, my old nexus 4 still looks brand new, except for the micro scratches on the back glass. ive always cleaned all my devices this way
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Everyone knows that screen protectors prevent scratches on the glass. Everyone knows cases help prevent drop damages. If you don't use one, and get damage, you only have yourself to blame. If you don't use one, and get no damage, that's fortunate, but it doesn't mean that you'll be fortunate the next time.
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i couldn't have said it better myself
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Anyone notice their screen getting scratched up from just normal use? I've never dropped mine, just keep it in my pocket, and it has all these hairline scratches u can only see in the right light. I can honestly say I don't treat this phone any different than any of my others and I have never had this happen. Gs5, g3, g2, gs4, note 2. The only one I seem to remember doing this is the galaxy nexus. Anyone else having this problem? Guess I'm gonna need a screen protector. Any suggestions?
I had a screen protector on it since day one.
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This has happened with all of my previous phones as well. I always end up with a screen protector because of it. This time I went with a Tempered Glass screen protector immediately after pulling the phone out of the packaging. It wasn't worth running the risk again.
Take a look at the tempered glass protector thread. There are a lot of options in there. Jelly Comb and Orzly seem to be the best. I've used both and recommend either one.
Screen protector+ Case always since day uno my dude.
i still have the stock protector still on lol ...3+ weeks
Even though they always say it won't happened with today's best and newest tech. I always put some protection on my devices. Or end up with any type of damage.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using XDA Free mobile app
I'm using this one and its real nice. http://www.amazon.com/gp/r.html?C=W...MGP3UAAZDLS24A&H=ZYNICVJJZ73UPAJ2KDDW02WSPOCA
Tempered glass on day 0. They all have the same exact Corning gorilla glass.