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*AVOID* Skinomi Tech Glass - Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Glass Screen Protector

The packaging is fancy, install is pretty straight forward... but all the means nothing if the screen protector doesn't cover the whole screen, nor adhere to it either. There is about 1-2 mm on both sides that is left uncovered by the screen protector, and then about 2-3mm where the screen protector does not adhere to the screen leaving an ugly effect. While the part that's not adhered to the screen is only noticeable while the screen is off, the portion uncovered is noticeable with the screen on. You can tell where the screen protector ends and portion not cover begins because of the curved edge of the protector. And there is an annoying rainbow effect when looking at the edge of the screen protector at an angle when the screen is off.
I wonder if these people actually "test" these screen protectors before they start selling them. Or they just go off the design specs available online when measuring.
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Dam that's terrible.
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I've got mine when they were promo'd on slickdeals for like 95 cents. The packaging is nice but there does seem to be a lot of complaints about halo's and whatnot, haven't put it on yet. Quess i shoulda researched before i bought

I installed the skinomi a while ago and it had halo but was sized much better than what is pictured here. I wonder how there can be so much variability in the manufacturing process.
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Have you tried contacting Skinomi before creating a thread like this? It's very possible you just got a bad protector. Keep in mind glass protectors won't cover the entire front glass since it's slightly curved at the edges, but it does look like yours is a bit small. I have a Skinomi glass protector on my Note5 and it covers the entire visible display quite nicely (almost perfect to the edges of the display). No halo effect either.
They'll likely give you a free replacement.

Someone might have accidently packaged a different protector from another phone.
I would contact the manufacturer and they'll probably send you the correct one.

Ya sorry but i used the promotion on here and got one for .95 shipped and overall it adhered good and is sized much better than yours. Only at the bottom right corner where i believe my fingernail scraped away some of the adhesive lifting it back up was it not sticking.
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Other than the slight "halo" mine fits just fine. It's doing its job of protecting the screen

Halo all the way around. I tossed mine. My phone is naked now but I will be going back to matte screen protectors when they arrive. Ran through too many glass protectors and all of them have halo. Not paying $30+ for a screen protector.

igacek said:
Have you tried contacting Skinomi before creating a thread like this? It's very possible you just got a bad protector. Keep in mind glass protectors won't cover the entire front glass since it's slightly curved at the edges, but it does look like yours is a bit small. I have a Skinomi glass protector on my Note5 and it covers the entire visible display quite nicely (almost perfect to the edges of the display). No halo effect either.
They'll likely give you a free replacement.
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I have and their reply was:
Hello,
The order was fulfilled by Amazon and you will have to contact Amazon directly for refund or replacement. I do not have access to your payment information.
Please feel free to contact our customer service department again if you have any further questions or concerns.
Have a great day!
Thank you,
Ana
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I ordered two of these (in case one arrived cracked/damaged) then I would not have to wait on a replacement to keep my phone protected. And if both arrived with out damage, then I would have a spare if the 1st was damaged during use. Both that I received were exact same size, and neither covered the display entirely.
I had no issues with "halo" effect in the screen protector itself. My issue was it does not cover the entire screen (the screen not the glass front.)
And I'm well aware that glass screen protector do not go from edge to edge of the front of the device; yet they should at least cover the actual display itself.

UberSlackr said:
The packaging is fancy, install is pretty straight forward... but all the means nothing if the screen protector doesn't cover the whole screen, nor adhere to it either. There is about 1-2 mm on both sides that is left uncovered by the screen protector, and then about 2-3mm where the screen protector does not adhere to the screen leaving an ugly effect. While the part that's not adhered to the screen is only noticeable while the screen is off, the portion uncovered is noticeable with the screen on. You can tell where the screen protector ends and portion not cover begins because of the curved edge of the protector. And there is an annoying rainbow effect when looking at the edge of the screen protector at an angle when the screen is off.
I wonder if these people actually "test" these screen protectors before they start selling them. Or they just go off the design specs available online when measuring.
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I have to say the screen protector can not be the way as you wanted if your screen has a little curve edge .
most of the affordable screen protector just sized down a little bit , it is easy to make also , will reduce the cost of the product
and it will be easy to go with case
as i know you have a supcase , why did you still use the screen protector ?

Artech21-Offical said:
I have to say the screen protector can not be the way as you wanted if your screen has a little curve edge .
most of the affordable screen protector just sized down a little bit , it is easy to make also , will reduce the cost of the product
and it will be easy to go with case
as i know you have a supcase , why did you still use the screen protector ?
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I've been using Android since 2008 on my T-mobile G1, and have bought new devices every year. I know how a screen protector should look and function.
Stopping the screen protector before it even covers the actual display is not acceptable or how they fit properly. (and incase you are not aware "display" is the part of the device that produce the imagery, the visual interactive part when you press the power button, not the bezel or "entire" front of the phone.)
You are stalking my reviews on Amazon, gonna start stalking them on Xda also?
And as far as your comment about SUPCASE; I have many cases, SUPCASE, Otterbox, Spigen, and UAG. Also several off brand cases.
I don't use the same case all the time, I like to switch it up. And having a screen protector on the device allows me to use cases that don't
have them built in (which most do not)

UberSlackr said:
I've been using Android since 2008 on my T-mobile G1, and have bought new devices every year. I know how a screen protector should look and function.
Stopping the screen protector before it even covers the actual display is not acceptable or how they fit properly. (and incase you are not aware "display" is the part of the device that produce the imagery, the visual interactive part when you press the power button, not the bezel or "entire" front of the phone.)
You are stalking my reviews on Amazon, gonna start stalking them on Xda also?
And as far as your comment about SUPCASE; I have many cases, SUPCASE, Otterbox, Spigen, and UAG. Also several off brand cases.
I don't use the same case all the time, I like to switch it up. And having a screen protector on the device allows me to use cases that don't
have them built in (which most do not)
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Quit the [email protected]@ , could you please try my tough case ?
i have no interesting stalking you ,but just try to beat your attitude by my other case

Artech21-Offical said:
Quit the [email protected]@ , could you please try my tough case ?
i have no interesting stalking you ,but just try to beat your attitude by my other case
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No idea what "[email protected]@" means, but good for you bud.
I have no interest in trying your "touch" case; as its a clone of the SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle PRO Series minus the Belt Clip Holster (which I already own.)

it must have been a bad batch or perhaps an oversight. had Skinomi thou and got good results so..

Wow, it really seems like some of you guys are attacking him, and somehow blaming him for the shortcomings of this screen protector. Jeez

yeah i had the same issue with them
avoid the complete screen protector as well
even though they offer warranty for free. the screen protector sucks

iCarez [3D PET Full Screen Coverage] Screen Protector

Just got this in, and I think it finalized my decision to go naked. I tried four spigens, and now two of these icarez, and the sides just won't stay down.
About the product. It's probably twice as thick as the spigen, and doesn't quite cover the screen. It covers enough though that you don't catch your finger when swiping the edge. It's goes to the edge of the screen, just not the edge of the glass. You shouldn't have any trouble with MOST cases either.
Install wasn't bad. They give you an assortment of creative stickers and rubber bands to aid in alignment. I followed the instructions exactly and my results were sub par. I consider myself to be a seasoned veteran screen protector installer. Neither these or the spigen will stay down, mostly on the lower edges. .
The feel is great since it's a very hard film. It does finger print like a son of a *****.
Edges are a little jagged.
Clarity is perfect.
Overall, it wasn't amazon prime so I'm probably stuck with em. I'll see it I can live with it till the revised version spigen is sending me come in.
Here's the pics.
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Also looking for the perfect PET screen protector. I always trust spigen but I'm not liking what's currently being offered as it leaves large sections of the screen exposed. But maybe they're not as bad as I think. Mind describing the spigen screen protectors you tried out? And what are these 'revised' versions they're sending you?

Looks to have the usual glass/hard material screen protector on a curved screen issue. Namely lifting on the curve where they can never get the shape exactly right. These things are to be avoided, they never worked on the S6 Edge/S6 Edge+ and they won't work on the S7 Edge either. Not to mention the fact it doesn't cover the screen fully anyway looking at those photos. Stick to standard film protectors, if you buy the right one and apply them correctly you won't have any problems.

I have the same set arriving today, I'll let you know if I have an success installing them.

Beefheart said:
Looks to have the usual glass/hard material screen protector on a curved screen issue. Namely lifting on the curve where they can never get the shape exactly right. These things are to be avoided, they never worked on the S6 Edge/S6 Edge+ and they won't work on the S7 Edge either. Not to mention the fact it doesn't cover the screen fully anyway looking at those photos. Stick to standard film protectors, if you buy the right one and apply them correctly you won't have any problems.
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After using glass, the thought of an orange peel film protector feels like a giant leap back to 2009.
Are there any worth a damn these days?
I always used bodyguards, phantom skins, and a few other "good" brands a few devices back and the were okay because it was all that was available, but I hate the feel of all of them compared to the pet and glass.
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wll said:
Also looking for the perfect PET screen protector. I always trust spigen but I'm not liking what's currently being offered as it leaves large sections of the screen exposed. But maybe they're not as bad as I think. Mind describing the spigen screen protectors you tried out? And what are these 'revised' versions they're sending you?
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The spigen felt better, was thinner, smoother and covered more of the glass. It went on perfect except for the bottom curved edges. They wouldn't stay down and after one or two slides in the pocket, they got lint under them. Spigen self identified and sent me this.
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ldc2335 said:
After using glass, the thought of an orange peel film protector feels like a giant leap back to 2009.
Are there any worth a damn these days?
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Using a Zagg HD Dry myself. It's nothing like the old rubbery Zagg I had on my old S2. Smooth and sticks to the screen well. Check the screenshot in the other thread.
Personally, I'd prefer a glass one, prior to buying the S7 Edge I was running with them on my Note 3 for years. But, like it or not, it simply isn't an option on this phone unless you don't mind constantly having to press it back down onto the curved edges after it raises.

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After using glass, the thought of an orange peel film protector feels like a giant leap back to 2009.
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I'm with you. I hate to have to go back to plastic film. I never had a plastic film protector that made me forget that I had it on. The glass protectors feel more like the actual screen. Not only do they protect from scratches they can also to some degree protect from getting screen cracks. This is my first edge phone. I had no idea that there was such an issue making a glass screen that can fit properly. I've only had my phone for 5 days and this is my longest without a screen protector ever. I may just have to go with plastic film until a decent glass protector is available.

I installed this screen protector yesterday and frankly I was very impressed. For a platic screen protector, it works and looks exceptionally well. I don't know if they re-engineered it since yuo bought yours, but mine covers my glass completely - with a case on (Spigen Neo Hybid Cyrstal) you can't see the edges of the screen protector at all - covers from the bottom of the home button to the top where the notification lights and speaker is. The feel is great - almost like glass - no bubbles - installation was tricky for me - I blew it on the first attempt and had to use the 2nd screen protector that came in the package - but at under 6 bucks for two screen protectors, I didn't mind that at all -
If you try this one, be sure to watch teh video very carefully and follow their steps to the letter - if you do - like I did the 2nd time around - the installation will go well.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BZTNG64?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00

i got the same. edges just won't stay down

ldc2335 said:
The spigen felt better, was thinner, smoother and covered more of the glass. It went on perfect except for the bottom curved edges. They wouldn't stay down and after one or two slides in the pocket, they got lint under them. Spigen self identified and sent me this.
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If spigen does indeed fix the adhesive it sounds like that screen protector would be really good. Looking forward to some pics after you receive and install them when you get a chance.
Eddie Hicks said:
I'm with you. I hate to have to go back to plastic film. I never had a plastic film protector that made me forget that I had it on. The glass protectors feel more like the actual screen. Not only do they protect from scratches they can also to some degree protect from getting screen cracks. This is my first edge phone. I had no idea that there was such an issue making a glass screen that can fit properly. I've only had my phone for 5 days and this is my longest without a screen protector ever. I may just have to go with plastic film until a decent glass protector is available.
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Spigen's ultra optics back in the day were AMAZING. They were the usual PET film but anti-fingerprint except it didn't feel as rough as others and left ZERO rainbow effect on the screen. I'm still confused as to why they stopped making them for devices. But ya, the other wet application, orange peel, rubbery and tacky films are the worst. Would rather go naked than slap any of those on my screen

I thank the 3d tempered glass shoud be much better for 3d pet.

Mine installed just fine despite it not covering both sides of the screen 100% not matter how centered you make it. Since my S7E is silver it makes the bezels look like they're not sticking, but they are.

mocsab said:
I installed this screen protector yesterday and frankly I was very impressed. For a platic screen protector, it works and looks exceptionally well. I don't know if they re-engineered it since yuo bought yours, but mine covers my glass completely - with a case on (Spigen Neo Hybid Cyrstal) you can't see the edges of the screen protector at all - covers from the bottom of the home button to the top where the notification lights and speaker is. The feel is great - almost like glass - no bubbles - installation was tricky for me - I blew it on the first attempt and had to use the 2nd screen protector that came in the package - but at under 6 bucks for two screen protectors, I didn't mind that at all -
If you try this one, be sure to watch teh video very carefully and follow their steps to the letter - if you do - like I did the 2nd time around - the installation will go well.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BZTNG64?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00
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Same here. Works perfectly.

mocsab said:
I installed this screen protector yesterday and frankly I was very impressed. For a platic screen protector, it works and looks exceptionally well. I don't know if they re-engineered it since yuo bought yours, but mine covers my glass completely - with a case on (Spigen Neo Hybid Cyrstal) you can't see the edges of the screen protector at all - covers from the bottom of the home button to the top where the notification lights and speaker is. The feel is great - almost like glass - no bubbles - installation was tricky for me - I blew it on the first attempt and had to use the 2nd screen protector that came in the package - but at under 6 bucks for two screen protectors, I didn't mind that at all -
If you try this one, be sure to watch teh video very carefully and follow their steps to the letter - if you do - like I did the 2nd time around - the installation will go well.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BZTNG64?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00
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Can you please post a picture for comparison, they have been in stock and out of stock, so I think you are right they might have improved and re-engineered them. Would love to see what it looks like. Thanks.

ipaq_101 said:
Can you please post a picture for comparison, they have been in stock and out of stock, so I think you are right they might have improved and re-engineered them. Would love to see what it looks like. Thanks.
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I posted pictures of mine above which fits just fine.; it's a fingerprint magnet, but it does work. The Spigen one felt like pure sh*t and was super thin (hair thin) and had less coverage. I'm awaiting my shipment of the revised version from them now.

Pilz said:
I posted pictures of mine above which fits just fine.; it's a fingerprint magnet, but it does work. The Spigen one felt like pure sh*t and was super thin (hair thin) and had less coverage. I'm awaiting my shipment of the revised version from them now.
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Right but Moscab said that his version covers the entire screen, so I was just curious. I emailed icarez and they said it covers the entire screen as well.

ipaq_101 said:
Right but Moscab said that his version covers the entire screen, so I was just curious. I emailed icarez and they said it covers the entire screen as well.
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It technically does just not the whole front of the phone. The screen was always 100% covered but the front glass was not. He didn't specify if he meant the front glass which is different
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Update.
I've left it on this whole time, and while it still isn't perfect, it hasn't lifted or given me any trouble. I don't know if I want to waste it by removing it when my revised spigens get here.
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GPEL Tempered Glass Screen Protector review

I received my GPEL brand TGSP this evening.
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I took some pictures with my work iPhone (so they might not be the best quality).
Impressions: shipping was pretty quick coming from California. It was packaged well and survived the trip. The packaging seems to be well thought out such that it will protect the glass during shipping.
It came with an alcohol swab to clean your screen, a microfiber cloth for final wipe and they tossed in a couple of stickers to use to grab the errant dust particle if any fan on the screen just before placing the protector.
The back of the protector has a large removable "sticker" and appears to only have adhesive on the top and bottom (although it could have adhesive on the sides, I'm unable to tell for certain).
I ordered the gold one and took a couple pictures of my phone beside the TGSP for comparison (to compare the color side by side). The protector appears to be slightly more yellow and the phone is slightly more silver than the protector (if that makes sense). For me, it's a very close match so I'm considering it a very acceptable match.
I did a dry placement to verify the cutouts before sticking it in place. The holes were precise in their position, although at the top there's an additional hole to the left of where the light sensor and LED are. My phone doesn't have anything behind that hole. The camera cutout seems to be centered well with the other cutouts centered as well.
I cleaned the screen following the instructions and carefully put it in place and massaged the whole glass to ensure a good fit.
In the following pic, you can see in the reflection the bit of "sheen" or something that is slightly "off" when looking at the clarity. Polishing the front did nothing to resolve this.
The adhesive seems to be sufficient to hold it well. On the sides, the protector seems to be cut short ever so slightly. Possibly to leave room for a case to attach. It's so slight that I'd barely notice if I wasn't scrutinizing the fit and finish.
The curve seems to be right on the money. My screen seems to have lost a tad bit of sensitivity while typing near the edge (curve) but the edge responsiveness doesn't seem lacking.
I also have the OEM Samsung leather case and took some closeup pics of the combination.
I was cautious when installing the case after the glass. The case doesn't cause the glass to lift (yet) and seems to hide the edge of the protector very well.
The raised lip at the top of the case and slightly raised lower corners do not seem to be large enough to keep the glass off of a table if placed face down. I noticed my home button stuck out enough to almost touch a table with this case on. After installing the glass, the home button is slightly recessed lower than the protector and as such will not be scratch free if placed face down.
Overall I'm very pleased with the fit and finish and how well it works with the OEM Samsung leather case. I'll reserve another post for future updates after I've used it for a few weeks.
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Update 4/22:
My screen protector is lifting at the top left side due to poor adhesion. I've asked for a refund.
It still has better fit than the other options we currently have, but I'm taking it off and waiting for a Zagg.
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Nice review. Hopefully this one is a winner. The biggest thing holding me back from getting one right now, is the fact that they end up disappointing everyone few days/weeks down the road.

sanjay228 said:
Nice review. Hopefully this one is a winner. The biggest thing holding me back from getting one right now, is the fact that they end up disappointing everyone few days/weeks down the road.
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That's what I've read. Another reason why I reserved another post for an update after a few weeks.
Initially, I love it. Hopefully I'll still feel this way next month. Lol
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Is the back and recent button transparent or printed on?

popophobia said:
Is the back and recent button transparent or printed on?
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Transparent.
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Thanks for the review. I never had a glass screen protector and wanted one but have mixed feelings. There seems to be compromises to be made (less responsiveness, might come off, "sheen", looks since I prefer just a clear one so I can see my gold s7 edge true color). I am really tempted to go naked on it but I been reading that some people have scratches on their screens When no protection. I would still probably go with this tho.
Thanks

So no more front lip on the Samsung leather case after TGSP? That sucks. I ordered the case today anyways, LOL
The only thin & clear case I have that still offers a front lip & doesn't affect the TGSP at all is the Tauri clear case.
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Yeah it kinda sucks (the lip ordeal).. I can feel it's raised up a bit but mostly because the glass turns down a bit. The protector rolls up a bit before it makes the "edge" turn and I think this is where it would touch.
It's an ever so slight touch when face down, but I think it does touch in places.
If the phone got dropped face down with this case and protector, the protector would break most likely.
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Just fitted a black GPEL screen protector to my S7 edge.
The fit is fantastic. It's also really easy to fit.
My only criticism is that there's a slight "haze" to the inside of the screen protector that gives a slight sparkling effect with a light screen.

Fitted my black one yesterday. Not a fan..
Mine does not look black but blue?
Also the responsiveness is not that good. I can hardly press a or q on a nordic keyboard. I really have to press down hard to get those letters.
My Gpel glass came with a few dents in it.. Maybe this is why the responsiveness is so bad. I have emailed gpel about this.
The glass is not clear but sparkly.. I don't like that at all.. I feel like I am giving up too much quality of this awesome screen just to protect it.
I will try again if I get a replacement, but for now it is back to a Ultimate Shield screen protector for me.

welshbloke70 said:
Just fitted a black GPEL screen protector to my S7 edge.
The fit is fantastic. It's also really easy to fit.
My only criticism is that there's a slight "haze" to the inside of the screen protector that gives a slight sparkling effect with a light screen.
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I noticed the effect as well. I'm a window tinter by trade so glass is my Forte and I noticed the haze right away.
In the OP there's a picture of the bottom the screen with a reflection of my ceiling fan lights where I mentioned this effect. It's very evident in that picture.
I don't notice it much while using the phone though so YMMV
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I don't notice it much while using the phone though so YMMV
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I can notice the slight sparkle when there's a light background.
That said it appears to be the best available screen protector out for the S7 edge.

welshbloke70 said:
That said it appears to be the best available screen protector out for the S7 edge.
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I read all the threads and reviews and chose this one for that reason.
Maybe Zagg or someone else will release one that's even better, but until then, this one fits the bill as long as it doesn't lift or anything in a few weeks.
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I have been lurking here looking for a good glass sp, and since you mentioned sheen a few times in this thread and the other, and since noone seems to be telling you why, i thought i'd log in to my old acc and enlighten you.
This "sheen" problem usually occurs in cheap screen glass screen protectors in days of old. When glass screen protectors were still a novelty. When people were still experimenting with how glass SPs should stick on your phone. This problem occurs when the whole glass does not touch the screen. By putting a layer of glue, even less than a milimeter, on the top and bottom part of the screen, the rest of the glass is essentially hovering over your phone's screen.
When it does touch it, glass on glass, u get that swirl problem. that oilly problem. And it will only get worse as time goes by as the glass that sticks together tends to stay together, due to friction, and then the rest of the glass sp starts to bend

Baronic said:
I have been lurking here looking for a good glass sp, and since you mentioned sheen a few times in this thread and the other, and since noone seems to be telling you why, i thought i'd log in to my old acc and enlighten you.
This "sheen" problem usually occurs in cheap screen glass screen protectors in days of old. When glass screen protectors were still a novelty. When people were still experimenting with how glass SPs should stick on your phone. This problem occurs when the whole glass does not touch the screen. By putting a layer of glue, even less than a milimeter, on the top and bottom part of the screen, the rest of the glass is essentially hovering over your phone's screen.
When it does touch it, glass on glass, u get that swirl problem. that oilly problem. And it will only get worse as time goes by as the glass that sticks together tends to stay together, due to friction, and then the rest of the glass sp starts to bend
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It seems to be on the exterior as well. I also noticed it before I put the sp on the phone.
I'll agree that is inherent in this glass protector, and it really sucks but I'll live with it for now until something better comes along.
The rest of the fit and finish is outstanding imo.
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I usually use a screen protector with every phone I've had but with the s7e it's just too hard to find something decent that doesn't affect the quality of the display "one of main reasons I went with s7e is for the gorgeous display, so instead of endless search and money for screen protector I just bought insurance instead

Anyone try this?
https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&sour...ggnMAI&usg=AFQjCNGr4IBe0q5TwUdJ9URPNsb1w3OJyg
Seems interesting.
It is 9h rested like tempered glass .
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@daddymikey1975 I know it's been only 2 days but how's it going between the TGPS & the leather case? Any lifting issues?
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@daddymikey1975 I know it's been only 2 days but how's it going between the TGPS & the leather case? Any lifting issues?
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So far no issues.
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Orzly Tempered Glass Screen Protector [Small review]

The Orzly Tempered Glass Screen Protector. I used 3 of them on my 1+1 and they did their job perfectly, not a scratch on the screen even when I sometimes thought it was done for. So after ordering my 1+3 i first bought the tempered glass screen protector from Oneplus. Huge mistake. Hands down the worst screen protector i used so far. So almost immediately i ordered myself a trusted Orzly screen protector.
Installation:
Installation of the screen protector was quick and easy. I guess the procedure is about the same for every screen protector out there but still.. The only problem is that even i wiped the screen clean with the cloth etc. But still i managed to get a spec of dust on the screen which really annoys me. I guess i'll just buy another one
Conclusion:
Great screen protector, does the job perfectly. I hope i don't need to replace it any time soon.
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As you can see on the picture below, the screen protector from Oneplus isn't all that good...
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However the Orzly one:

thanks for the review but before people run out to buy one based on this review, a few things i feel should be mentioned:
1) this Orzly protector does NOT work with a lot of cases. if you have a case that covers the sides but doesn't go over the glass, it will push and lift the Orzly. if you do have a case that fits snug, it will push in the glass and create weird color marks.
2) the protector has dots on it that are clearly visible in direct sunlight and quite frankly, make the screen look like crap.
3) the protector is a smudge/fingerprint magnet!!!
4) because it doesn't quite stick to the screen, unless the sides are fully covered by a case, you will get dust inside.
5) i did notice a slight touch response degradation but its not major.
my conclusion: Orzly dropped the ball on this one. i had their protector on the One and the Two and they were incredible but the one for the Three is a mess and i will be asking for my money back.

I can only confirm it. I'm very disappointed with Orzly tgsp. It doesn't work with orzly flex case. Matrix dots are very annoying, so far it's the worst screen protector I purchased.
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Rattles said:
thanks for the review but before people run out to buy one based on this review, a few things i feel should be mentioned:
1) this Orzly protector does NOT work with a lot of cases. if you have a case that covers the sides but doesn't go over the glass, it will push and lift the Orzly. if you do have a case that fits snug, it will push in the glass and create weird color marks.
2) the protector has dots on it that are clearly visible in direct sunlight and quite frankly, make the screen look like crap.
3) the protector is a smudge/fingerprint magnet!!!
4) because it doesn't quite stick to the screen, unless the sides are fully covered by a case, you will get dust inside.
5) i did notice a slight touch response degradation but its not major.
my conclusion: Orzly dropped the ball on this one. i had their protector on the One and the Two and they were incredible but the one for the Three is a mess and i will be asking for my money back.
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Completely agree Rattles, this screen protector doesn't fit with Orzly's own Grip Pro case. For me the touch response degradation was so bad, I removed the screen protector after less than 24 hours with it fitted and fitted it to the inside of my bin.
Personally, I think that this screen protector is utter trash.

I second the negative experience with the Orzly TGSP, which is quite a bummer. I had very good experience with their TGSP on previous devices, but I guess the curved screen made them make a bad deciscion to go with the black bordered one.

Rattles said:
2) the protector has dots on it that are clearly visible in direct sunlight and quite frankly, make the screen look like crap.
3) the protector is a smudge/fingerprint magnet!!!
4) because it doesn't quite stick to the screen, unless the sides are fully covered by a case, you will get dust inside.
5) i did notice a slight touch response degradation but its not major.
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I am pretty happy with the Orzly which I use with a sandstone case.
2) Dots are only visible under certain circumstances, but it is rare, in my case 99% of the time not visible. I already forgot about them.
3) Agree, it is a fingerprint magnet. But also easier to clean than the original screen protector.
5) Didn't notice any touch response degradation and must state that thanks to a more slippery surface the fingers slide better which for me is a big plus.

Although it fits perfect and the dot matrix doesn't bother me but dust entered the screen protector after a week even though I was using a case.

Very disappointed with orzly. Not 2.5d at all. Glass is bigger than screen and there are a lot of dust in the gap. Dots are visible quite often. Doesn't stick well.. Hate it.

Bought and discarded the protector after one day of use. For all the points mentioned by many above. Waste of money.
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robthebass said:
I am pretty happy with the Orzly which I use with a sandstone case.
2) Dots are only visible under certain circumstances, but it is rare, in my case 99% of the time not visible. I already forgot about them.
3) Agree, it is a fingerprint magnet. But also easier to clean than the original screen protector.
5) Didn't notice any touch response degradation and must state that thanks to a more slippery surface the fingers slide better which for me is a big plus.
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ushpiy said:
Although it fits perfect and the dot matrix doesn't bother me but dust entered the screen protector after a week even though I was using a case.
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Yes, i agree. The dots are only visible in direct sunlight. That still so many have bad experience with this tgsp. I really like it!

Just to add one more negative thing: the Protector is very reflective (compared to other tempered glass protectors and stock Display). Hence outdoor usage is limited.
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I also have this one and I'm super disappointed.
I mean, why don't they just make it translucent? And why is there no glue on the glass? It lifts off even without a case...
Also the cutouts aren't perfect, while the camera and speaker ones fit perfectly I only see half of the buttons. And those fingerprints!
Really, even the pre-applied protector from OnePlus was better.

I can confirm all these flaws. Anyone got a recommendation for a good one? The official oneplus one is back in stores, so I maybe just end up buying this.

I threw it away as well. It was worse than the official one tbh, at least the official one doesn't fall off all the time...
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FYI: Complained about the garbage quality through Amazon and got my money back.
Time to find a better glass protector now.

i got a casebase protector but havent removed the protector that comes with it, should i try the casebase or is everyone going back to standard protectors since these full coverage ones arent cutting it?

merewood bebox said:
i got a casebase protector but havent removed the protector that comes with it, should i try the casebase or is everyone going back to standard protectors since these full coverage ones arent cutting it?
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As far as I can tell , the Case base is identical to Orzly so honestly, I would just keep the one that came with the phone and send it back.

Rattles said:
As far as I can tell , the Case base is identical to Orzly so honestly, I would just keep the one that came with the phone and send it back.
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Alight so what you planning to use now, there's not much Choce for this phone now that I i think about it

Thank you
You just saved me man, I was about to order after reading the post.
Rattles said:
thanks for the review but before people run out to buy one based on this review, a few things i feel should be mentioned:
1) this Orzly protector does NOT work with a lot of cases. if you have a case that covers the sides but doesn't go over the glass, it will push and lift the Orzly. if you do have a case that fits snug, it will push in the glass and create weird color marks.
2) the protector has dots on it that are clearly visible in direct sunlight and quite frankly, make the screen look like crap.
3) the protector is a smudge/fingerprint magnet!!!
4) because it doesn't quite stick to the screen, unless the sides are fully covered by a case, you will get dust inside.
5) i did notice a slight touch response degradation but its not major.
my conclusion: Orzly dropped the ball on this one. i had their protector on the One and the Two and they were incredible but the one for the Three is a mess and i will be asking for my money back.
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I installed mine and I like it. I'm pretty ocd about acreen protectors too...no gap under acreen, and I use the oneplus sandstone snap case and it doesn't touch the protector. Only fault is the dang rate it picks up fingerprints. I can see the dots underneath, but only in sunlight...that not an issue at all. I tried about 3 different ones odd of Amazon before I left this one on.
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Screen Protector still necessary? Is there a foil over the screen?

Do you think it is still necessary to set on a Screen Protector? Because it has Gorilla Glass 5.
I come from Z1 Compact and there the only reason putting on a Screen Protector was the ugly foil sony put over the Gorilla Glass.
Does XZ1 Compact has an extra foil like the Z1 Compact?

No, Sony got rid of that film layer a couple of generations back.
No matter how many numbers they slap onto the marketing name Gorilla Glass, it's still glass.
IMO cheap glass screen protectors are still a better option than having to replace the phone's screen when the inevitable scratches accumulates past my tolerance limit, which would be extremely inconvenient and potentially costly.
My phone lives most of its days in my pocket with no other objects, and curiously still manages to get scratches on the "9H scratch resistant Gorilla Glass level tempered glass" screen protectors that I use.
Maybe it's because the screen protectors have bogus claims, but that's enough to get me wary of going full on naked. Referring to the phone, of course.

mhaha said:
My phone lives most of its days in my pocket with no other objects, and curiously still manages to get scratches on the "9H scratch resistant Gorilla Glass level tempered glass" screen protectors that I use.
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That's because screen protectors are plastic.
I took the film cover off my girlfriends Z1c screen two years ago, it lives in her pocket or handbag (without any other objects). It's still looks perfect and no scratches or marks. The only thing that will scratch glass is something harder than glass, which you should never get if the phone lives in a soft cloth pocket. The only time you're likely to scratch it is when you put it down and pick it up off a hard surface, like, err, concreate or a metal table
I think the primary use for screen protectors is the slightly reduced chance of the screen cracking if you drop it face down. I don't think modern gorilla glass sctraches, it just shatters.

Didgesteve said:
That's because screen protectors are plastic.
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Uh, no, there are screen protectors made out of glass. Now whether or not they are of high quality glass is another issue, which is what I was skeptical of, but there is no doubt the one I'm using (and others I've used in the past) is glass not plastic.
The last time I used plastic screen protectors was years ago, when glass screen protectors were not very common and too expensive.

mhaha said:
Uh, no, there are screen protectors made out of glass. Now whether or not they are of high quality glass is another issue, which is what I was skeptical of, but there is no doubt the one I'm using (and others I've used in the past) is glass not plastic.
The last time I used plastic screen protectors was years ago, when glass screen protectors were not very common and too expensive.
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Find a spare old one and put a lighter to it, it's plastic

Didgesteve said:
Find a spare old one and put a lighter to it, it's plastic
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I don't think the lighter is a foolproof way of checking, glass screen protectors actually have multiple layers with the glass portion sandwiched in-between, so depending on what the external layers are composed of, it will probably exhibit different behavior.
In any case, I don't have any spare old ones, they go straight to the trash once they're at end of life, and it's not necessary to buy extras, they're easily accessible.
Let me ask you instead, would plastic material shatter? Would it crack or chip like glass? I don't think so. But some of my previous glass screen protectors have.
There's also the feel and touch of the glass material that no plastic can ever mimic.
Maybe there aren't any real glass screen protectors where you live, but here they're abundant and extremely common, sold everywhere and in use by like everyone.
If they weren't really glass, surely someone qualified would have already exposed the scam, since they cost more than regular film screen protectors.
Unless you're working in the industry or with proof otherwise, I have a hard time believing you.

mhaha said:
I don't think the lighter is a foolproof way of checking, glass screen protectors actually have multiple layers with the glass portion sandwiched in-between, so depending on what the external layers are composed of, it will probably exhibit different behavior.
In any case, I don't have any spare old ones, they go straight to the trash once they're at end of life, and it's not necessary to buy extras, they're easily accessible.
Let me ask you instead, would plastic material shatter? Would it crack or chip like glass? I don't think so. But some of my previous glass screen protectors have.
There's also the feel and touch of the glass material that no plastic can ever mimic.
Maybe there aren't any real glass screen protectors where you live, but here they're abundant and extremely common, sold everywhere and in use by like everyone.
If they weren't really glass, surely someone qualified would have already exposed the scam, since they cost more than regular film screen protectors.
Unless you're working in the industry or with proof otherwise, I have a hard time believing you.
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I believe you, it's glass sandwiched in plastic, so it's still plastic on the front and not glass, it's going to scratch and look rubbish.

Didgesteve said:
I believe you, it's glass sandwiched in plastic, so it's still plastic on the front and not glass, it's going to scratch and look rubbish.
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No, I never said it was sandwiched in plastic, I said it was multilayered. That does not make it plastic or non-glass.
For example, see this breakdown for a glass screen protector from a local shop:
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If you still want to believe glass screen protectors are plastic in some way or form, feel free to believe that, but please back up your claims instead of spreading misleading information.

mhaha said:
My phone lives most of its days in my pocket with no other objects, and curiously still manages to get scratches on the "9H scratch resistant Gorilla Glass level tempered glass" screen protectors that I use.
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If it was glass it wouldn't get scratches. Obviously there's some sort of coating on the glass that shows marks.
Edit: so in answering the question of the thread. No I don't think you need screen protectors to stop scratches. I still have a Z1c that's had two years of no screen protector and it looks like its come out of the box. Screen protectors might reduce your chances of a broken screen if you throw it at the ground face first, but it's a small %.
Screen protectors don't make your screen look good, because even the fancy glass ones have a plastic coating that scratches and looks rubbish after no time.

l2five said:
Do you think it is still necessary to set on a Screen Protector?
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ALWAYS! I've still got the plastic protector on mine as I've messed about looking for a proper protector and noticed today it's got the slightest of gouges and I've no idea how it happened. Scratch resistance isn't scratch proof and is only takes the one incident to ruin a factory installed screen forever so never take any chances with my screens.

FYI when a glass protector is labeled as 9H it doesn't mean a 9 on the mohs hardness scale. It means it claims that it's as hard as a 9H pencil

Thx 4 your feedback! i guess ill put one onto but its hard to find a good one for the silver edition
ill switch to accessories forum