Hey all. I'd be interested in hearing how many of you don't use a screen protector, and if so, are you seeing any damage to the screen? After watching this video (warning: cringe-inducing) I reconsidered my policy of always putting a screen protector on my mobile devices http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlFS-hQK50I
I've always put on a Zagg InvisibleShield on my devices. This time, I was searching for alternatives because I was tired of the wet install, dirt/lint causing the film to start peeling after about a year, and then having to reinstall with a warranty replacement. I just discovered tempered glass protectors, like Ghost Glass from Mime USA. But, I originally chose an InvisibleShield because I don't like putting my device in a case, and with film I can just carry it around in my pocket without worrying about scratching. The video I linked seems to indicate that this phone can take a lot more abuse then I originally thought.
So, who doesn't use a screen protector? If you don't, are you getting any scratches on the screen? Would you mind posting pics of your screen to show what, if any, damage is happening to your screen? Any feedback would be appreciated, thanks.
YabosMcGee said:
Hey all. I'd be interested in hearing how many of you don't use a screen protector, and if so, are you seeing any damage to the screen? After watching this video (warning: cringe-inducing) I reconsidered my policy of always putting a screen protector on my mobile devices http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlFS-hQK50I
I've always put on a Zagg InvisibleShield on my devices. This time, I was searching for alternatives because I was tired of the wet install, dirt/lint causing the film to start peeling after about a year, and then having to reinstall with a warranty replacement. I just discovered tempered glass protectors, like Ghost Glass from Mime USA. But, I originally chose an InvisibleShield because I don't like putting my device in a case, and with film I can just carry it around in my pocket without worrying about scratching. The video I linked seems to indicate that this phone can take a lot more abuse then I originally thought.
So, who doesn't use a screen protector? If you don't, are you getting any scratches on the screen? Would you mind posting pics of your screen to show what, if any, damage is happening to your screen? Any feedback would be appreciated, thanks.
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I've used cases on previous phones, but not on my X. I've never used a screen protector. I think anything that would cause major damage is going to go right through a screen protector. The typical micro scratches you get from setting the phone down or floating around in your pocket are really not visible with the screen on. Even with the screen off you really have to look for them. I think most screen protectors really dull the display. Maybe they've gotten better recently.
If i posted pictures of my screen you wouldn't even be able to see the scratches. There are some there, but you only see them in the right light at the right angle.
I hate cases, it ruins everything. Why buy a "designed" phone and then put it in a case *cough iphone users cough*?
At work I put it in a sleeve mainly because there are lots of dirt, screws, bolts etc in the same pocket.
When I'm not working it's totally nude and every phone I owned was treated the same.
I never sell my phones either but I'v heard that it's quite popular to do so.
I do construction ...if not for my otterbox defender my phone wouldn't last a week....unless I left it in my car.
I sometimes let it out for fresh air on the weekends.
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mavericktc said:
I hate cases, it ruins everything. Why buy a "designed" phone and then put it in a case *cough iphone users cough*?
At work I put it in a sleeve mainly because there are lots of dirt, screws, bolts etc in the same pocket.
When I'm not working it's totally nude and every phone I owned was treated the same.
I never sell my phones either but I'v heard that it's quite popular to do so.
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Exactly my thoughts as well. I hate the bulk of a case. But, I have always gotten a Zagg InvisibleShield for my devices, usually with full coverage. I like just keeping it in my pocket without the bulk of a case.
Have you gotten any scratches on your screen yet (for the Moto X or any other smartphone)?
kj2112 said:
I do construction ...if not for my otterbox defender my phone wouldn't last a week....unless I left it in my car.
I sometimes let it out for fresh air on the weekends.
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Yes...going naked while doing construction is probably not a good idea. Too many chances of accidents with a hammer.
I go naked a lot but when I get my note 3 later this week probably gonna get a case for it. Looking at getting an otter box commuter case.
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No screen protector. But I do use a hybrid case. I went on a stint of not protecting my phone with a case. An accidental drop from my car and phone was broke, had to replace the glass. A case would have saved it since it dropped directly on a corner.
I do agree with the idea of no case though. Phones look slick with no case!
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YabosMcGee said:
Exactly my thoughts as well. I hate the bulk of a case. But, I have always gotten a Zagg InvisibleShield for my devices, usually with full coverage. I like just keeping it in my pocket without the bulk of a case.
Have you gotten any scratches on your screen yet (for the Moto X or any other smartphone)?
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I cracked my screen on the razr maxx after the 10th I dropped it while driving. It worked perfectly though until I had a severe crash on my motorbike. Had it in my front pocked and it looked like a banana afterwards. My defy had some light scratches on the screen + a big one but that was after a lot of abuse (and going naked while at work).
No screen protector or case here either. I just make sure it's the only thing in that particular pocket. This seems to be a pretty durable device.
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i go naked in my house )
ot:i like the moto x bamboo and i think if u have something beautiful why u must hide it with cover and cases..?
No screen protector, I tried several but didn't like the feel. I do use a case though and treat phone somewhat carefully. No scratches yet
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I used a screen protector on my Moto X along with the bumper case with the clear back.
I barely notice it and have experienced enough scratches on other devices to have it go around naked.
I've had unprotected phones with the color rubbed off because of them going in an out of my pocket (that was a really long time ago )
I paid for it and want to keep it in as good shape as I can for as long as I can.
-Simon
Naked all the way. Not a big fan of cases. As some of the people said already, why cover something good looking. The htc evo 4g with extended battery (3500 mah) turned me off from putting any cases on any cellphone ever. That phone traumatized me. I am still scared to leave 4g on or gps or to increase brightness. That phone wouldn't last me more than 4 hours. I had to turn off almost everything.
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No case, no screen protector, no damage since I got mine in October.
I'll also add that while i don't put a case on my x, it's primarily because of the shape and design. I can't see that translating through a case well.
my prior phone was a samsung infuse which had a very hard plastic-y back and easy to lose the grip. it was also very thin. It was actually awkward to handle without a case. Even with the case it got chipped up pretty well. Perhaps samsung has improved but the finish on that phone flaked off if you looked at it wrong.
A matte antiglare screen protector is a must have in humid climates. Your thumbs glide smoothly on the screen no matter what conditions, and once you've experienced the joy of it, you won't be able to go back to sticky screens no matter the small penalty in screen clarity. With that said I'm very happy with the one I got from tech armor thru Amazon. Oh yeah, no case.
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Smudges make me twitch
Welp, just couldn't do it. I really really wanted to go naked with the Moto X, but I found myself obsessively cleaning the screen from the immediate smudges it left behind. I ended up ordering a Mime USA Ghost Glass tempered glass screen protector (that's a mouthful) http://mimeusa.com/product/moto-x-ghost-glass-screen-protector/ I didn't even know tempered glass protectors existed. It's on the way, and if anyone is interested, I can post back on my thoughts. But, you can find a review here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kwv5S-z_2Sg
The ebony back was also getting all "fingerprinted-up", which was, again, causing me to obsessively clean the back (I probably need therapy, or medication). So, after much analysis paralysis (damn you, internet), I ordered a Power Support Air Jacket Clear (not Grip) directly from Power Support http://www.powersupportintl.com/Air-Jacket-Clear-for-Moto-X-p/mmtx-71.htm I've found very few remarks about the Clear, as opposed to the Grip, online. However, what I have found, sounds promising. It seems the Air Jacket Clear isn't as "plasticky" as the Incase Snap Case, and doesn't smudge (there's that word again) as badly.
Both are still on their way. If anyone is interested in feedback, I'm going to most likely give it anyways
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Welp, just couldn't do it. I really really wanted to go naked with the Moto X, but I found myself obsessively cleaning the screen from the immediate smudges it left behind...
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I find my pocket keeps the screen free of smudges with no protector on it. I have two Moto Xs, one with the smooth black back and one with the black weaved pattern on the back. The weaved pattern hides fingerprints, the smooth does not hide them well.
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I hate cases, it ruins everything. Why buy a "designed" phone and then put it in a case *cough iphone users cough*?
At work I put it in a sleeve mainly because there are lots of dirt, screws, bolts etc in the same pocket.
When I'm not working it's totally nude and every phone I owned was treated the same.
I never sell my phones either but I'v heard that it's quite popular to do so.
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My thoughts exactly. I've tried cases and screen protectors in the past but, the cases make the phone look like sh*% and the screen protectors I feel aren't that responsive for touches. Been bare back for years now (Moto X, Atrix HD, LG Thrill 4G, Backflip, Samsung sumething?) and never had a scratch until now... :angel: not counting the LG Thrill's shattered screen from, falling down the stairs, in the shower, twice, after I told it to shut up...ok I threw it
Had my X and Atrix screen to screen in the same pocket and looks like some dirt from the yard got between them and scratched the screen on the Moto X :crying: Barely noticeable, but it's there and I know it. It's ok, just gonna sell it to get a Dev Ed or the 32gig Blk/Ebony/Metalic Orange :highfive: Still will not use protectors tho.
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I was just reading somewhere that the Tabs have Gorilla Glass. I purchased a Zagg full body skin, but recently purchased the T-Mo leather case for it. I did not do a good job on the Zagg installation, so I was wondering if with the leather case should the glass be ok without a protector?
I guess that depends on your usage of your tab. I was carrying mine in a messenger bag with other loose things inside and my unit still looks brand new. I hate the feel of screen protectors on any device i've tried, i much prefer the naked glass.
That said, i now have my tab in an orange and black Zenus folio case that i got for xmas. This thing is sweet and even though i didnt really worry about it before, i know it'll be fine in my bag.
TL;DR you'll be fine.
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Unfortunaty my tab flew off the window mount and landed glass first into the shifter, to my surprise not a mark on it, but i think its better to be safe than sorry, I'm gonna pick up a sagging next week, was it hard to put on?
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Unfortunaty my tab flew off the window mount and landed glass first into the shifter, to my surprise not a mark on it, but i think its better to be safe than sorry, I'm gonna pick up a sagging next week, was it hard to put on?
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The gorillaa glass is supposed to protect it against scratches. I have a screen protector hoping it would also prvent the glass form breaking if ever it falls (read a few posts about people to whom it happened) but as far as scratches are concerned I wouldn't be too worried if I were you
the zagg screen protector was thick, and not to difficult to put on but it didn't feel right. i had also purchased a package from amazon with a rubber case and a stylus that included a screen protector and i put that one on instead. it is more of a harder plastic that was much easier and cleaner to put on.
Gorilla glass or not, trust me it will get scratched with everyday use no matter what you do.
6 weeks of pretty heavy use and nothing close to a scratch. My Droid 1 spent months without a protector before I got a Zagg for the feel and easier wiping / less finger streaks, and despite going into pockets with keys and change and being used all the time, nothing resembling a scratch on the glass. YMMV, but I've never known anyone personally that managed to scratch the GG screen on the Droid.
I just purchased a realook from amazon $16 with shipping I went with it because its the same sp I use on my vibrant its as close as naked glass as you can get with out risking your screen.
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I never usually buy screen protectors for my devices, but since I'll be using this phone for a full two years, I think I should try to prevent as many scratches as possible. Can anyone recommend a good brand of screen protectors? I saw that Motorola makes an official one but it's $15.
I would like to know too didn't see any good ones out yet. I had spiegen for s4 and used indivisible shield before.
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I too like to use a name brand screen protector like Spigen. I went with the Verizon brand ones off of a recommendation from someone. 3 for $12, they're decent enough as a stopgap until bigger companies put theirs out. Of course, since Moto X is the same for all carriers, you can still order them even if not Verizon.
Halo. Look them up on Amazon. Feels just like glass
had invisashield but its cut horribly, testing the skinomi so far so good cheap/effective/cut perfectly
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Grabbed the Skinomi (at...1 cent? + shipping it was a no brainer!) but seems to pick up pocket lint (after having been on for 24 hours+), which is a problem I've never had before with any other screen protector. Also has some...I don't want to say bubbles, because they're not, but..ripples? ... near the bottom, which are noticeable when the screen is off. That said, the touch is just fine and besides those little issues at the bottom, it looks decent.
Have a few others to try that'll by here early next week.
I am waiting to find a tempered glass protector, I like how much more original it feels plus its much stronger than a sheet of plastic
Ordered the i-blason screen protectors and they should be in tomorrow, I'll give my take on em once I get them.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00E0...040_30332190_pe_175190_21431760_M3T1_ST1_dp_1
Ordered and received my Halo protectors from Amazon. They are awful, I wouldn't recommend them to anyone. The cut was terrible, and none of the 3 worked out. They felt like they were almost too long as well, having lift at either the top or bottom without a way to make it go away. Gonna get some from VZW as I hear they are good.
I only use halo. Mine is cut and fits perfect. Clarity is good and its feels just like the glass does
Just got my I-Blason screen protectors in. Took me all 3 just to get one without bubbles but the screen protector feels good and is very clear. Cut is a little small though so you gotta perfectly center the screen protector. Also for the top where the speaker and front camera is they just cut out a whole section instead of just the holes for the two.
I don't like wet installs (Zagg, and I think Skinomi is one too). I've used them in the past and have always encountered streaks despite drying, cloudy screens, or the dreaded orange peel (looking at you, Zagg).
I much prefer dry installs. The Verizon protectors are actually really good, surprisingly. Just turn on the hot shower for a few minutes, let it steam up, then install. Quite easy. The screen isn't clouded at all and still feels smooth as glass.
I love my Zagg HD. When/if they come out with a Zagg Extreme I will be buying one of those.
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Any tempered glass yet ?
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I don't like wet installs (Zagg, and I think Skinomi is one too). I've used them in the past and have always encountered streaks despite drying, cloudy screens, or the dreaded orange peel (looking at you, Zagg).
I much prefer dry installs. The Verizon protectors are actually really good, surprisingly. Just turn on the hot shower for a few minutes, let it steam up, then install. Quite easy. The screen isn't clouded at all and still feels smooth as glass.
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I have never heard of this "hot shower steam up" method. Can anyone elaborate on why I would do that?
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I have never heard of this "hot shower steam up" method. Can anyone elaborate on why I would do that?
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Sure. Have you ever personally tried installing a dry protector say, in your room and you keep getting a few specs of dust under it? Well if you haven't, that's what happens lol. Really annoying, you get the protector down and that 1 spec flies in and you didn't see it, now you have to remove the film and try again, and some are impossible to get the dust off of the sticky side.
In the shower, you run a hot shower 10 minutes, then turn it off. Leave the door open just a small crack. Apparently, the steam causes the dust to rise with it, or fall, whatever the science is lol. Makes for no dust in the air to fall on your screen and allows for installing a dry protector really easy. Wipe with a microfiber cloth and install right there.
Yazzinit said:
Sure. Have you ever personally tried installing a dry protector say, in your room and you keep getting a few specs of dust under it? Well if you haven't, that's what happens lol. Really annoying, you get the protector down and that 1 spec flies in and you didn't see it, now you have to remove the film and try again, and some are impossible to get the dust off of the sticky side.
In the shower, you run a hot shower 10 minutes, then turn it off. Leave the door open just a small crack. Apparently, the steam causes the dust to rise with it, or fall, whatever the science is lol. Makes for no dust in the air to fall on your screen and allows for installing a dry protector really easy. Wipe with a microfiber cloth and install right there.
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Wow! I definitely will try this next time bc I always get dust under mine. Thanks.
Yazzinit said:
Sure. Have you ever personally tried installing a dry protector say, in your room and you keep getting a few specs of dust under it? Well if you haven't, that's what happens lol. Really annoying, you get the protector down and that 1 spec flies in and you didn't see it, now you have to remove the film and try again, and some are impossible to get the dust off of the sticky side.
In the shower, you run a hot shower 10 minutes, then turn it off. Leave the door open just a small crack. Apparently, the steam causes the dust to rise with it, or fall, whatever the science is lol. Makes for no dust in the air to fall on your screen and allows for installing a dry protector really easy. Wipe with a microfiber cloth and install right there.
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Just to clarify: Do not actually have your phone in the shower, just in the room with the shower.
Anyone had any experience with either of these two screen protector brands?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E5QKHOY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3LQSX85N730QN
http://www.amazon.com/IQ-Shield-LIQ...7061&sr=8-13&keywords=moto+x+screen+protector
I just ordered a pack of five from amazon. Were cheap but I'm sure I'll get at least one that works. I have tried Zagg and Armor Suit and hated them both. Went naked for awhile on my S3 and just had one tiny scratch. I work around metal and grinding dust all day and only had that one scratch. Never put one on my S4 but only had it a few days. If you have to keep the phone for two years, then a screen protector maybe good for a while IMO.
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I just ordered a pack of five from amazon. Were cheap but I'm sure I'll get at least one that works. I have tried Zagg and Armor Suit and hated them both. Went naked for awhile on my S3 and just had one tiny scratch. I work around metal and grinding dust all day and only had that one scratch. Never put one on my S4 but only had it a few days. If you have to keep the phone for two years, then a screen protector maybe good for a while IMO.
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What did you hate about Zagg and Armor Suit?
Anyone used this product before on their phone? Looked interesting and I hate bulky cases. I buy them and stop using in a week. I ordered one with screen protector on Amazon for $12.99.
Getting mine tomorrow.
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Anyone used this product before on their phone? Looked interesting and I hate bulky cases. I buy them and stop using in a week. I ordered one with screen protector on Amazon for $12.99.
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Same here. I just can't stand bulky cases. This is the only thing I'd consider putting on mine so I'm interested to know if it looks cheap and how it feels.
I'm curious if these skins, along with their screen protector, offer any actual protection if the phone is dropped..
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Anyone used this product before on their phone? Looked interesting and I hate bulky cases. I buy them and stop using in a week. I ordered one with screen protector on Amazon for $12.99.
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I posted pix here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45782474#post45782474
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I'm curious if these skins, along with their screen protector, offer any actual protection if the phone is dropped..
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The edges are where the damage is most likely and it appears from the photos that they are not well covered. Not sure I am going to keep it. I also have had lots of issues with screen protectors peeling off because I keep the phone in my pants pockets. Looks like that could very likely happen with all those seams.
Yesterday one of the pointy corner pieces started to come off so I heated it up with the hair dryer and re-applied it. So far so good. I also keep the phone in my pocket.
The skin does prevent fingerprints but I don't love the feel of it. I wish this phone had a soft touch back then it would be almost perfect.
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Yesterday one of the pointy corner pieces started to come off so I heated it up with the hair dryer and re-applied it. So far so good. I also keep the phone in my pocket.
The skin does prevent fingerprints but I don't love the feel of it. I wish this phone had a soft touch back then it would be almost perfect.
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The edges seem sharp to the touch. Not enough to cut but I am not sure I love it. I noticed the screen protector gets marked up with the knock knock function.
I had to cut a couple of the very pointy ends off because they kept popping up. No problems since. The carbon skin is a bit rough and not that pleasant to touch but it gives a good grip and no finger prints. I'm going to try the Incipio Feather black soft touch cover.
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I pre ordered my note 8 with Verizon and it came in yesterday!
I have the spigen kick stand case on it now. Got it from Amazon prime for 17 bucks and it's great. Makes the phone easier to handle.
I have the cheap plastic screen protector that came on the phone in the box. Really can't decide on a screen protector. I hate the wet application ones and the dry adhesive tempered glass always bubble. Thinking about going raw....any one else?
I'm supposed to get mine tomorrow but none of my accessories are here and I ordered the phone after the accessories. I wouldn't do it only because of some of the complaints of the s8 and scratches on the screen. There's some screen protector that I'm gonna try that is supposed to be a hybrid between regular protectors and tempered. Hopefully I can order that soon but I'm gonna have to use the one in the box or a temporary tempered glass on it
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Gynomagick said:
I pre ordered my note 8 with Verizon and it came in yesterday!
I have the spigen kick stand case on it now. Got it from Amazon prime for 17 bucks and it's great. Makes the phone easier to handle.
I have the cheap plastic screen protector that came on the phone in the box. Really can't decide on a screen protector. I hate the wet application ones and the dry adhesive tempered glass always bubble. Thinking about going raw....any one else?
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I am,in place of a screen protector,I'm using a liquid sealer.
Here's one that's relatively inexpensive:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/NanoBlot-Liquid-Screen-Protector-Phone/165968396
https://www.walmart.com/ip/NanoBlot-Liquid-Screen-Protector-Tablet/112875380
And another that costs a bit more,but,good for several applications:
https://www.nanoflowx.com/spraygard
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nanoflow-X-...tector-PROTECTS-UP-TO-16-PHONES-/172590962858
Do these sealers work?
That's debatable,but,I've been using several different brands for about two years & while it is impossible to prove a negative I haven't had a single blemish on any of my phones for 2+ years.
Do not mistake this stuff as an equal replacement for a screen protector,it's merely providing scratch resistance,nothing in regards to breakage.
I don't recommend these sealers to everyone,especially to those who are prone to exposing their phones to scratching (using the phone w/dirty fingers/exposed to the elements/dropping/typically careless in regards to pocketing/pursing with items that may scratch on a regular basis,etc...)
I don't baby my phone,but,I do take care to keep it in a pocket holster while @ work & in a neoprene sleeve most other times.
For me,a screen protector is not necessary,so,I use a sealer for added protection against scratching.
Some think they're snake oil & TBH,I don't blame 'em,but,I loathe screen protectors as a whole,less a perfectly installed factory one,as w/the Huawei Mate 9,you'd be hard-pressed to notice.
I wish a factory-installed protector was an option,perhaps I'd be more inclined to use one,provided it didn't have the looks akin to a protective bra on a car circa 1980-1990.........................
KOLIOSIS said:
I am,in place of a screen protector,I'm using a liquid sealer.
Here's one that's relatively inexpensive:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/NanoBlot-Liquid-Screen-Protector-Phone/165968396
https://www.walmart.com/ip/NanoBlot-Liquid-Screen-Protector-Tablet/112875380
And another that costs a bit more,but,good for several applications:
https://www.nanoflowx.com/spraygard
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nanoflow-X-...tector-PROTECTS-UP-TO-16-PHONES-/172590962858
Do these sealers work?
That's debatable,but,I've been using several different brands for about two years & while it is impossible to prove a negative I haven't had a single blemish on any of my phones for 2+ years.
Do not mistake this stuff as an equal replacement for a screen protector,it's merely providing scratch resistance,nothing in regards to breakage.
I don't recommend these sealers to everyone,especially to those who are prone to exposing their phones to scratching (using the phone w/dirty fingers/exposed to the elements/dropping/typically careless in regards to pocketing/pursing with items that may scratch on a regular basis,etc...)
I don't baby my phone,but,I do take care to keep it in a pocket holster while @ work & in a neoprene sleeve most other times.
For me,a screen protector is not necessary,so,I use a sealer for added protection against scratching.
Some think they're snake oil & TBH,I don't blame 'em,but,I loathe screen protectors as a whole,less a perfectly installed factory one,as w/the Huawei Mate 9,you'd be hard-pressed to notice.
I wish a factory-installed protector was an option,perhaps I'd be more inclined to use one,provided it didn't have the looks akin to a protective bra on a car circa 1980-1990.........................
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With my first Note 7 I used Sharkproof "snake oil" and like you was very careful with daily handling. For the 4 weeks (!) i had my first Note 7 I had no issues. The only issue I had was that Sharkproof made the screen too slippery. For my third Note 7, the second was a swapped device from Samsung which went on eBay, I used Samsung's OEM screen protector. On the whole this was a great option as the S Pen worked well and was more effective than gel/TPU type and I managed not to waste money searching for the holy grail of the tempered glass solution. For the Note8, Samsung have not made available their own screen protector.
EDIT : And so for the Note8, I'm going to have to waste money on TPU/Gel like protectors until Samsung....
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I don't baby my phone,but,I do take care to keep it in a pocket holster while @ work & in a neoprene sleeve most other times.
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You would have social services take my phone in to protective custody, if you saw how I treated it.
Was just looking at my S7E screen, thinking "that's actually
pretty good, for its age". Then remembered I smashed it and had it replaced a month ago.
I have a case on it now...
My problem with screen protectors: Every one I've used has looked and felt worse than the micro scratches it might prevent.
ReformedAppleFan said:
You would have social services take my phone in to protective custody, if you saw how I treated it.
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LMFAO,you sound like one of my friends from my youth who handled LP's as if they were Frisbee's on a good day & more like a Zildjian on a drum solo..... ?
Does the S8 have the same gorilla glass the Note 8 will have?
I was so hopeful that i could forego the screen protector on this one but from reading this thread i doubt it.
Last note I had was the 4 and i had the screen crack on me.
no matter how many people say they got no scratches, never go without protector. they are either blind, lie or can't place the phone in right angle to see those scratches.
i always buy protectors because of the scratches and not because the screen could crack.
on my s4 which has gorilla glass 3. i haven't had a protector for the last year after using always the same protector 3 years before.
since then there aren't any hard scratch on the display or anything but i notice alot of fine micro scratches but only when i put heavy light on it and hold it in the right angle.
i have used it much, but mostly at home and also kept care of it. still it happened.
as far as i know and have read this isn't any better on the newest gorilla glas 5. so i will not risk anything and keep on using protectors.
for the note i just simply can't find anything good.
whitestone dome on the s8 was good, but overpriced, not friendly for every case, popped up after a few months or just cracked very fast.
not good enough for this kind of money otherwise it would be good is guess.
all other glass protectors are useless since they only stick to the sides and will force problems like bad touch, dirt underneath or popping up very fast.
then there are wet tpu protectors which i don't like. they are too thin and flexible. they just don't feel right, leave marks quickly and often got a yellow touch or rainbow effect.
also they will probably not stick long on the edges and are mostly not case friendly even if they say so.
so the only thing which i consider are the good old school tpu/pet protectors which are applied without any water or so.
i hope they will stick good on the edges and if they are case friendly nothing will pop up.
it's a little bit harder to get all the bubbles out but i rather put some time into placing the protector right and remove the bubbles then buying every few weeks a new one or even go without any.
of course they will also feel kinda cheap like plastic (it is plastic afterall) but atleast they are not so thin and flexible like the wet tpu ones.
for now i will try this one and hope it will be good. if not well then im fuc*ed cause i can't find anything else!! (
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlsDqBQUwuU
I will be using Clear View cover, so no screen protector for me.
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That's the only way I roll, yo!
Gynomagick said:
Thinking about going raw....any one else?
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074MS9Q8C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Ordered that one from "cubevit", price is right and the reviews from someone who actually has it seem good.
chrisknife said:
no matter how many people say they got no scratches, never go without protector. they are either blind, lie or can't place the phone in right angle to see those scratches.
i always buy protectors because of the scratches and not because the screen could crack.
on my s4 which has gorilla glass 3. i haven't had a protector for the last year after using always the same protector 3 years before.
since then there aren't any hard scratch on the display or anything but i notice alot of fine micro scratches but only when i put heavy light on it and hold it in the right angle.
i have used it much, but mostly at home and also kept care of it. still it happened.
as far as i know and have read this isn't any better on the newest gorilla glas 5. so i will not risk anything and keep on using protectors.
for the note i just simply can't find anything good.
whitestone dome on the s8 was good, but overpriced, not friendly for every case, popped up after a few months or just cracked very fast.
not good enough for this kind of money otherwise it would be good is guess.
all other glass protectors are useless since they only stick to the sides and will force problems like bad touch, dirt underneath or popping up very fast.
then there are wet tpu protectors which i don't like. they are too thin and flexible. they just don't feel right, leave marks quickly and often got a yellow touch or rainbow effect.
also they will probably not stick long on the edges and are mostly not case friendly even if they say so.
so the only thing which i consider are the good old school tpu/pet protectors which are applied without any water or so.
i hope they will stick good on the edges and if they are case friendly nothing will pop up.
it's a little bit harder to get all the bubbles out but i rather put some time into placing the protector right and remove the bubbles then buying every few weeks a new one or even go without any.
of course they will also feel kinda cheap like plastic (it is plastic afterall) but atleast they are not so thin and flexible like the wet tpu ones.
for now i will try this one and hope it will be good. if not well then im fuc*ed cause i can't find anything else!! (
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlsDqBQUwuU
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I'm getting this for the note 8 as soon as it's out. I've been on contact with the company and sounds like next week. Seems like a very thick pet, or some hybrid of tempered. https://youtu.be/ksCnb3xlKU4
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MACHEK said:
I'm getting this for the note 8 as soon as it's out. I've been on contact with the company and sounds like next week. Seems like a very thick pet, or some hybrid of tempered. https://youtu.be/ksCnb3xlKU4
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it actually looks quiet good except for the silver bars. lets see when it's available maybe i get a copy too if it's good!! thanks
Gynomagick said:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074MS9Q8C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Ordered that one from "cubevit", price is right and the reviews from someone who actually has it seem good.
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those are ALL fake reviews. don't do it man... just don't
chrisknife said:
those are ALL fake reviews. don't do it man... just don't
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Ugh, i need something though!
i have this weird thing where i do protectors for at least the first yr then i just go bare. it doesn't make too much sense logically i suppose but i probably will with the Note 8 again. My S7 has been bare for a while now and has zero scratches FYI
chrisknife said:
it actually looks quiet good except for the silver bars. lets see when it's available maybe i get a copy too if it's good!! thanks
those are ALL fake reviews. don't do it man... just don't
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Yeah silver isn't good, they are actually only doing black for now on note 8
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On second thought. With the monthly insurance I pay for, why not just go with a bare screen and if it cracks, get a new one?
Gynomagick said:
On second thought. With the monthly insurance I pay for, why not just go with a bare screen and if it cracks, get a new one?
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Bare always feels great!
However, the cuts and scratches really detract. Insurance will not cover that as normal wear and tear. So, for the first time, I'm wrapping mine up. hehe
Bought 9H screen protector. If it's not as "Sensitive" I can always take it off.
chrisknife said:
it actually looks quiet good except for the silver bars. lets see when it's available maybe i get a copy too if it's good!! thanks
those are ALL fake reviews. don't do it man... just don't
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I checked the reviewers, they seem to give 5 stars to all the products they review!!!
EDIT - Clarification - the spot check I did, I found all the reviewers I selected gave 5 star reviews to other proucts
JameyS said:
Bare always feels great!
However, the cuts and scratches really detract. Insurance will not cover that as normal wear and tear. So, for the first time, I'm wrapping mine up. hehe
Bought 9H screen protector. If it's not as "Sensitive" I can always take it off.
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I also ordered a wrap to prevent scratches all over
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jah said:
I checked the reviewers, they seem to give 5 stars to all the products they review!!!
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As far as someone saying the reviews are fake there is also a video review of someone getting one and he says he loves it. You can also read the comments on it. I'm gonna do a review on here as soon as I get mine so I'll let you know how it is
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I've had my Note 8 for 9 days now and while I was thinking about buying a screen protector when it arrived, I must admit that I'm quite impressed by the quality of the screen. It just feels so hard to scratch, so much so that one would probably struggle trying to scratch it even on purpose. I don't really see myself scratching it by accident anytime soon, although I must admit I'm this kind of guy who never drops the phone and handles it with extreme care.
I'm just curious to read what you guys think, maybe somebody persuades me to buy a screen protector after all, who knows.
The Gorilla Glass 5 is more shatter-resistant than previous versions and that means it is softer also. I had my Note 7 only a few days before it started picking up micro scratches on the front and back. Your mileage may vary. I'm putting on a Whitestone done and a skin on the back of mine.
I bought a screen protector but am debating putting it on. I may try it and see how it goes
Many of us do fine with no protection. Others report getting scratches no matter how hard they try not to.
I've always put a protector on my previous phones but I'm using my Note 8 without a screen protector. Like you, I'm always very careful with my phone and never drop it. The pocket that I put my phone in only contains my phone; I never put loose change or key in there. My Spigen Slim Armor case protects most of the phone and keeps the screen off the table surface if I do put it face down. With all of the issues people have had with curved tempered glass screen protectors, it just seems like more hassle than it's worth. The only one I'd get is the Whitestone Dome but that costs $60 here. Bit pricey.
I always run a protectors. Better safe then sorry.
I take very good care of my stuff. If a scratch did happen you cant take it back. So there would be no way ti fit it without buying a no front glass or new phone.
With a protector you can simply remove it and put on another one.
Fwiw, 5 days and i have a scratch, no clue where it came from. Have never used screen protectors, but will now
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It's def worth it. On my S8 there was a scratch after few days and I am very careful about my phone so really don't know how it happened.
Same here...it is so minor and you cannot even feel it. Babied it too. Also a small one on the back and it had a case day 1. Something tells me it came like that
Going naked for now. Just watch out for sand, fine sand , seems to be the only thing. If it was a flat screen I would have tempered glass on it.
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ANY sharp instrument will scratch if the point is pressed in to the display, period. It is MUCH easier to bang on it with a long blade edge and look like you did nothing than the tip of an x-acto knife. That is what those demos do. Resisting attack across a large area is really what you are seeing. Keys are small like that etc...
Finally, a big part of Gorilla Glass is that it also HIDES or better put doesnt show minor damage as much as other glass. In other words, its there you just don't see it.
I bet a screen for this will be $300-$400. How much is a protector that looks good?
Better safe than sorry. Once it's scratched it would bug the hell out of me. It's a £1000 device.
Throw a screen protector on it. In time, micro-scratches will appear on your screen if you dont!
Note FE, had it on the ironing board (and forgot about it). Folded the ironing board and it very gently slid down it onto the floor face down....very gently....resulted in a 7mm scratch.
Not got one on this yet but it does highlight how pathetically weak GG5 is.
I put one on from iq shield...works great with my ringke wave
Since its a huge pain to find a glass protector that fits and doesn't screw up touch sensitivity I just grabbed the $8 Skinomi wet install protector, works great including with the edge display and S-Pen.
I believe the micro-scratches are not the actual "glass" screen itself. It's the oleophobic coating that we see scratched.
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I believe the micro-scratches are not the actual "glass" screen itself. It's the oleophobic coating that we see scratched.
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But if it still looks like a scratch....
I personally really don't get the mentality of people who put huges cases and screen protectors on their phones. Most people here are obsessive on having 'the latest' and upgrade yearly when new stuff comes out so they can have the nicest, thinnest, prettiest shiny piece of hardware - Then they go wrap it all up in a thick rubber/plastic case and make it look sh*t. Why buy a device with no bezel if you're gonna put a huge thick case bezel around it!
I've had all my smartphones without cases/screen protectors as that's how they're meant to be and to honest I look after my devices. I usually get 2 year contracts on phones and at the end of 2 years, worst case, a few micro scratches on the screen - That's it. Do these guys bubble wrap their cars? It's a phone, it's designed to be used, it'll get the odd small scratch, just enjoy it for what it is IMO.
I have dropped my Pixel XL and the screen protector cracked but the screen was fine. Same on my Nexus 6. Dropped it on it's face from about 5' and the screen protector cracked all over it but the screen remained crack free. I fell that a glass screen protector takes the abuse of a drop. Granted, I've never dropped a phone with a screen protector so not sure if they would have cracked the screen without a protector but to me, It used to be relatively cheap protection. Some of the better protectors are 40+ now so it's not as easy a decision as it used to be for me.