I've been reading all those BSE and Invisible Shields threads and when I was decided to order a body protection from BSE I remembered that for my old Nexus One I got a screen protector from StealthGuards as it was for free (I only had to pay the shipping) and the quality was similar (If not the same) as ZAGG's Invisible Shields. It took like 10 days to arrive to my home (Spain) and I had to pay less than $7, around 5,5€.
I just wanted to let the people around that they keep giving away the protector (full body) for free, they'll charge you a bit more if you want matte look but glossy one is OK with me.
Their website is http://stealthguards.com/
That was it, If it's not OK to talk about this in here please excuse me and delete my thread.
And excuse my english.
Regards
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Ah well, as I said I used these on my Nexus One and the results were good
Not trying to flame but I had bad experiences with them.
I ordered 3 iPod Touch 4G screen protectors for my family to their home and ordered Nexus S protector to my dorm.
I received 2 Galaxy S screen protectors and my parents received 1 iPhone 4G protectors.
I e-mailed them and they simply ignored me for 3-4 days.
I decided to dispute.. I guess they didn't respond to PayPal so I got my money back within a week.
I've ordered from them twice and got my order no problem.
I have the NS skin on the back. Gives me the protection I want at 10% the cost of invisible shields and the like. I'm happy with my purchase
I use these on my Samsung Vibrant. I completely forgot about it, I'll head on over to there and get one for my NS4G. Thanks for reminding!
I had a stealth guard on my hero for a while. It just seemed to collect dirt in the corners and make the phone look bad. Finally got rid if it for a otterbox, which of course they won't make one for this phone.
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Hello there!
I have a Note on the way, i am just wondering if you had advice to give, good screen protectors, cases etc, just really anything you think would be useful for me to know!
Thanks
Oliver
Well, If you are really a phone dropper as I am you'd better buy a one of the Zenus cases http://www.zenuscase.net/galaxy-note.html
No I'm not a big phone dropped at all. Although reccomendationfor good looking case are welcome!
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WOW!, Just been into a local phone shop and played with a demo note model, even more excited than i was before, pictures and such just dont do it justice!
But seriously, is there anything i should be wary of!
also what is a nice, protective but fairly compact dairy type case for it?
and a screen protector that wont take away from the s-pen?
Thanks Guys!
My first case choice was the noreve posted in the accessories area of the note forums. But noreve does not accept discover or paypal so I ended up going with Zenus, which there is another thread about in the accessories forum.
This device is very thin and has a large glass surface, so getting some sort of insurance on it is probably a good idea.
As far as screen protectors, anything that you put on the screen will slightly alter the input, but I just decided to go with a protector with good reviews on amazon and I am pleased with the fit and clarity, and the s-pen still works great. Don't remember the brand, but it was not steinheil/sgp, although i hear their ultra crystal protectors are the best.
Thanks, i have got insurance for it, hmmm, i'll have to look for those threads and i'll have to look atscreen protectors aswell.
Thanks!
i would tell you to add a good screen protector and if possible go get the Samsung leather case for this..
In India presently they are giving it for free with the phone
Title says it all - just wanted to share that tidbit, as finding this things in stores is becoming more difficult. Ordering HD7(s) protectors online is probably best, but if your in a pinch, you can stop by bestbuy and pick up one of these.
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Title says it all - just wanted to share that tidbit, as finding this things in stores is becoming more difficult. Ordering HD7(s) protectors online is probably best, but if your in a pinch, you can stop by bestbuy and pick up one of these.
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It's not really perfect fit, but will work. Desire HD Inspire protetor is slightly smaller then the hd7.
Accessories for the HD7 are becoming hard to come buy in stores. The best I've found for screen protectors are the large cut to fit ones and I just put a piece of paper on the front of the device and trace it out and cut it. I then use the paper as a template to cut the screen protector for a perfect fit!
Ok, I've looked through forums, threads here and there, Amazon, manufacturer sites, web searches... and my takeaway is that glass protectors for the Note 5 are a problem... in particular the protectors don't fully cover the screen (just the flatter part) and there are halo effects. The non-curvature issue can also cause dust to accumulate, apparently, by getting into the edges.
Is there, in fact, ANY really great tempered glass screen protector that does the job?? One that fully fits the curves along of the Note 5's screen, has non-sharp edges, and isn't a headache to install or otherwise deal with? I see the same type complaints whether the glass protector is inexpensive or at the high-price end.
I have a new Note 5 arriving next week, and I'd love to know which are the top choices. Or, because of the curved screen, front side, is this just a holy grail search never to be reached?
My guess is that once manufacturer's continue to get feedback they will fix the issue, but it will take time and feedback from consumers. The device is fairly new so I would say in about another month or so the issues Should, or so I would hope, be ironed out. If you cannot wait, I would suggest getting a case with a built in screen protector. Give Artech21 a jingle, they have a case with a built in screen protector, and I believe they are still looking for testers for their cases. I am going to be receiving mine whenever they ship. At the moment it seems like September 30th, at least according to Amazon, but I hope to get one sooner than later.
Either way, a decent case and being careful will go far to help deal with your screen until, either manufacturers fix the issues, or you can get a case with a built in screen protector.
I bought the tempered glass screen protector at the T-Mobile store. Forget the brand, but came in a big green box, with a roller and bed like thing to put the phone in, and apply it dummy proof easy. It is on clear and zero bubbles, and can barely even see the protector whatsoever.
Skinomi.com is where I purchased mine. Absolutely perfect for my Tab S so I made the purchase for the Note. Also perfect in every way! I paid around 7 bucks through ebay
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Using an ismooth thats is awesome. Zero halo on it.
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I bought the tempered glass screen protector at the T-Mobile store. Forget the brand, but came in a big green box, with a roller and bed like thing to put the phone in, and apply it dummy proof easy. It is on clear and zero bubbles, and can barely even see the protector whatsoever.
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This is the screen protector your talking about http://www.pure-gear.com/shop-by-de...oll-on-kit-biodegradable-samsung-devices.html, Also cheaper direct through manufacturer by about $15. At any rate it looks like a good screen protector and very easy to apply. I may give it a shot once I get my device sorted out.
The Zagg glass from Verizon is a perfect fit, but if you have to be insanely accurate. If you are, the results are amazing. I read on another thread that version Best Buy carries does not fit well so I went straight to Verizon. Yes it's pricey but worth it. I'm used to staying under $15 for a glass one for my last few purchases. I purchased 2 backups (different manufacturers) for $3 total from Amazon with coupon codes, but it's good to know I won't need them. Let me know if you need pictures.
edit: For the most part, halos are causes by wrong cuts or if you are off by a hair in either direction. If applied correctly with the right brand, it should cover 100% of the flat area before the curve.
Thanks!
Pictures would be great!
Also... thanks everyone for the input so far! For the above-mentioned glass protectors, do they cover the curved part of the screen in a form-fitting way?
In the meanwhile, I've ordered from Amazon a couple of glass screen protectors as an inexpensive first step solution awaiting products that subsequently come out that may take advantage of user stories/input. The two are: (1) IVSO with lifetime warranty and (2) YooTech with lifetime warranty.
I also ordered three Note 5 cases from Amazon to try: (1) Spigen Air Cushion Slim Armor Case, Champagne Gold, model SGP11687; (2) Spigen Neo Hybrid Carbon Case, Gunmetal, model SGP11689; and (3) Urban Armor Gear Case, Black.
Unless I have totally overlooked it, you won't find a protector that covers the curve in a glass form. It wouldn't be physically possible since the glass protectors do not have any bend/give at the ends to cover the edges of the screen.
Looks to be possible
I wonder what might be the engineering reason for not producing a curved tempered glass screen protector. Cost perhaps? For example the screen itself is curved, why can't the protector be formed (molded in a sense) to mate to that? Search on "curved tempered glass" and you'll see that it is possible to create curved tempered glass.
Also, look up: "Cinder .2 mm Gorilla Glass Screen Protector for iPhone 6/6+" on YouTube (I'm new to XDA, can't post links yet!). This protector IS curved on the edges to follow the form of the phone. I'd love to see this for Note 5!
The Cinder is from Cupert. Check out Cupert (period) com.
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This is the screen protector your talking about http://www.pure-gear.com/shop-by-de...oll-on-kit-biodegradable-samsung-devices.html, Also cheaper direct through manufacturer by about $15. At any rate it looks like a good screen protector and very easy to apply. I may give it a shot once I get my device sorted out.
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i'm using this on my Note5, and so far, it's has the least amount of "halo" effect. probably .5 mm or less and barely noticeable unless you're looking for it; i can live with that for now. (see picture below) i used a T-Mo discount to purchase and have installed in the store. was told as long as i have my receipt they'll replace it if there's significant "halo".
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i'm using this on my Note5, and so far, it's has the least amount of "halo" effect. probably .5 mm or less and barely noticeable unless you're looking for it; i can live with that for now. (see picture below) i used a T-Mo discount to purchase and have installed in the store. was told as long as i have my receipt they'll replace it if there's significant "halo".
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Is this a glass or plastic protector? Their website mentions, "Smooth as glass"
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Is this a glass or plastic protector? Their website mentions, "Smooth as glass"
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Zero haloing. It might look that way because of the angle I shot it (6 plus camera .. sadface)
Supersheild works fine.
Mixed reviews + hope for the future
For all of the above-mentioned glass screen protectors, when I look at their Amazon ratings, I see overall a mixed set of reviews, primarily around halo issues and the screen not fitting enough of the Note 5's glass, and with some users having complaints about installation. My conclusions so far: that this represents what's currently on the market. However, presumably there's hope for a better product, e.g., a Gorilla Glass thin, sleek glass protector that curves to edges and fully form fits the entire screen, as is the case with the Cinder product made for the iPhone (in which instance the holy grail seems to have been found). We now know that this appears to be possible for a large curved device (see the Cinder references/web site I mentioned above).
My hunch is that a fully form-fitting glass protector would also provide better shock protection for the screen versus one that doesn't fully mate to the screen, curves and all.
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I bought the tempered glass screen protector at the T-Mobile store. Forget the brand, but came in a big green box, with a roller and bed like thing to put the phone in, and apply it dummy proof easy. It is on clear and zero bubbles, and can barely even see the protector whatsoever.
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Can you confirm if it's actually glass? I was going to buy it (not from tmobile, $40 is robbery) but the "flexible" part is what threw me off. How can a tempered glass SP be flexible? The mfg website states that it's made of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET).
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Can you confirm if it's actually glass? I was going to buy it (not from tmobile, $40 is robbery) but the "flexible" part is what threw me off. How can a tempered glass SP be flexible? The mfg website states that it's made of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET).
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Really not 100% sure if it's true glass ?
http://www.pure-gear.com/puretek-roll-on-kit-antibacterial-antiglare-anti-fingerprint.html
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I bought the tempered glass screen protector at the T-Mobile store. Forget the brand, but came in a big green box, with a roller and bed like thing to put the phone in, and apply it dummy proof easy. It is on clear and zero bubbles, and can barely even see the protector whatsoever.
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I got the same one and yes it is dummy proof but the sides don't lay flat. It also gets greasy really easy. I've used this one http://www.amazon.com/Protector-Tem...pebp=1441665200689&perid=1CDB4C1PX00MRMTNJ7SD on other devices and it seems to work a lot better.
XtremeGuard. $7. Fast shipping. Great fit
Called Zagg yesterday to ask about the curved tempered glass and the girl said it's been shipping for the past week. You have to call and order as it's still not available on their website. Now here's the kicker, It has a black painted border around the edges. :silly:
I asked if it sticks to the actual display area and she said yes, but did not sound too sure. It was $44.99 but she said she would give me 10% off and another $10.00 off discount. After hearing about the black "Painted Border" I did not order and will wait to see what others find out.
If anyone has ordered and received one please post some pictures and a review. Thank You.
Some have already had it and sent it back. See the TGSP thread. It's the same Chinese crap.
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Yea, just saw that. Glad I did not order one.
Honestly I've given up hope of ever finding a decent TGSP for this phone. You need 100% adhesion to the screen for it to not look and feel like absolute balls every time, and so far all the TGSP are exactly the same garbage you can get for 20$ on eBay.
I tried a protection but it did not work
Anyone else tried the Zagg curved yet?
Must have lost my mind..........................Just picked one up at Best Buy for the Regular Edge at the everyday low price of $44.99 plus tax.
I'll see how it works out tomorrow. One thing that worries me is all the cutouts on the back are real sharp feeling. Hope they won't scratch the face of the phone.
So the Zagg glass for the edge isn't any good?
I saw these in the local EE shop on Saturday, and whilst I was there someone bought one and attempted to install it. Looked no different than all the others you get online to me (other than being more expensive), and it still didn't appear to sit on the screen properly. I'll stick with the HD Dry myself. If a premium company like Zagg can't get these things working properly, then tempered glass protectors on curved screens are a write off for me. The manufacturers just don't seem capable of getting them right but as long as people buy them they'll continue making them.