Screen Protector still necessary? Is there a foil over the screen? - Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers

Screen Protector still necessary? Is there a foil over the screen? - Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Questions & Answers

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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I don't see any benefit to continuing the "debate", so this will be my last response to you.
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

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XtremeGuard: Best Bang for Buck Screen Guard!

I just read through the other thread here titled "Free Military Grade" and I seriously can't believe that its still a sticky here!
Anyway coming back to topic, I just received the XtremeGuard Screen protector for my HD2 and to come straight to the point - this is the best screenguard you can buy at this rate!
I've personally used Zagg and Bestskinsever for the rest of my Devices (iPad and iPhone 4) and can without a doubt say that the material used here is the SAME!
I got the Full Body Screen Protector for just 6$ off Ebay incl. Shipping (WorldWide Shipping).
The quality is same as the Zagg I currently have applied to my iPad.
If you are looking for a screenguard then I haven't seen anyone else offering this quality at such a low rate.
Note: This is no paid review or anything. Just my pure personal experience.
You can buy from their site : http://www.xtremeguard.com/ or directly order one from Ebay. I'd go with Ebay simply cause of their guarantee and money back policies.

What I don't like about those screen protectors like Invisible shield and bestskinsever is the rubbery feel left on your screen. Your fingers don't glide like it would on protector-less screen. Does this one have the same rubbery feel to it?
I currently use Vikuiti (TM) DQC-160: http://www.protectionfilms24.com/article/vikuiti-screen-protector-dqc160-htc-hd2-28087.html
It's like having no protector at all. The screen protector glides perfectly, no rubbery feeling. They also have a promo, buy 2 get 1 free, so you get 3 screen protectors... And unlike the skins that have to be installed with soapy water, these go on without water and are even washable and reusable!
I've tried all screen protectors imaginable (Bodyguardz, zagg, Clearprotector, bestskinsever, cheap ebay protectors, etc.) and Vikuiti is the best I've used...
What bothers me about Xtremeguards is they say Zagg is not military grade and theirs are. But Zagg was the first to boast military grade helicopter blade protection film...

Well I found Zagg to be the most rubbery. XtremeGuard was on the same line with Bestskinsever.
About the Military grade protection I feel those are just marketing gimmicks and not to be taken seriously.
Vikuiti (TM) DQC-160 is still costlier and only covers the front. So assuming this higher cost and coverage area it should be made of a different and higher quality material.
As far as the quality of material goes, Zagg/Bestskinsever/XtremeGuard use the same/similar type of material. But XtremeGuard was the cheapest I could find.

I'm notoriously brutal on my phone screens, and have ruined many of them over the years. The Gorilla glass on my HD2 (now a year old) has remained unprotected since day one, and it's still perfect. The surface is amazing.
Has anybody really scratch up their screen?

Bimboy said:
The Gorilla glass on my HD2 (now a year old) has remained unprotected since day one, and it's still perfect.
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Sorry mate, but the HD2 doesn't have Gorilla glass. It's tough, but not Gorilla tough - and I know, cos I tried to scratch mine one night with a bottle cap when I was drunk. Thank god that didn't work!

Bimboy said:
I'm notoriously brutal on my phone screens, and have ruined many of them over the years. The Gorilla glass on my HD2 (now a year old) has remained unprotected since day one, and it's still perfect. The surface is amazing.
Has anybody really scratch up their screen?
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Its my personal experience that having a screen guard on drastically reduces the chances of causing a screen breakage incase the phone falls down.

I use a matte screen guard just to reduce direct daylight glare. Since I use the Otterbox Defender and keep it screen side in, there's not much chance of keys or other things scratching even the guard.

johncmolyneux said:
Sorry mate, but the HD2 doesn't have Gorilla glass. It's tough, but not Gorilla tough - and I know, cos I tried to scratch mine one night with a bottle cap when I was drunk. Thank god that didn't work!
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Wow thats a relief

I've been using the Zagg protection for my HD for more than two years now.
It's very effective, as it truly turns your device into a rubber bouncing ball, so you'll really unlikely damage it if if falls down in most situations.
However, the screen part was very unpleasant to use, as your finger wouldn't slip anymore on the rubbery (and sticky) surface, and since the micro bubbles that always appear took several months to disappear from large surfaces such as the back battery cover, it compromised the scren readability for a too long time to be tolerated, so I prefered to use standard screen protection sheets (my current one is an anti-glare one).
Now for the drawbacks :
- Two years later, the glue turned yellow. It's obvioulsy not a problem on the black HD shell, but it could have been if you covered the screen as well.
- The sheets can theorically be removed, cleaned and replaced. It's true in the beginning. But two years later, the glue will stick to the HD and peel off from the film ! BTW, the film now rips easily, so it appears to have lost its initial sturdiness.
- I bought a Brodit craddle for my car, and it's very tight. So tight it ripped off the Zagg protection ! It may be thin, it's not thin enough...
So I finally removed it entirely. After all, I always put it in my belt leather case when I'm not using it and I barely use is as a basket ball - though it fell down quite a few times and I thanked the Zagg protection.
But my HD is ageing now and since I have problems with the screen, I think I'll change it for an HD2, so I won't replace the protection.
In conclusion :
- The Zagg protection is excellent, but consider replacing it after at least two years.
Well, I know it's actually more than the time some people keep their phones, but I keep mine for many years, so it's a concern for me.
- It will be a problem if you intend to use a slip-in car craddle, because of the added thickness.
The sheet is also very shock and scratch proof, but easily teared off if applied a strong pressure with a cutting edge, as for instance the hard ABS Brodit craddle edges.
- You'll quickly find it's not suitable to protect the screen.
Otherwise, if you intend to protect your Leo from scratches and shocks without wrapping it inside a huge box or ugly silicon case, while retaining its original appearance and design, and don't wish to have to get it out of the box/case each time you want to access the battery, SD card or SIM card, or plug into your car handsfree kit, then it's a perfect solution that no other can match.

Screen protectors are worthwhile on old resistive screens made of plastic, as plastic scratches very easily. They are a waste of money on glass screens, however, as it is extremely hard to scratch glass
Glass screens crack when extreme pressure/shock is exerted on the edges of the devices and compresses the glass. No screen protector is going to protect the glass from that. A shock absorbing silicon/rubber case, while not fool proof, offers the best protection from a shattered screen.
I've never had a screen protector an my old iPhone and my HD2, and there isn't a single scratch on the screen on either device. Everything else on my iPhone got scratched, but the screen is actually the most durable part:
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Anti-glare screen filters can still be interesting if you're using your device outside under strong sunlight, as it's the case here where I live.
Otherwise, I agree the mineral glass is supposed to be scratch proof.
... But not break proof ! The Leo's glass screen has proved many times to be very, very thin compared to the iPhone's one... And very fragile when hit.
So beware if like me, you're carying your device everywhere on hard work. You can frequently hit your hip, so at least, don't store your Leo in your carrying case with the glass turned outside !!!

I prefer the otterbox defender
Which has a screen protector. For one thing, it will keep the glass from shattering should the device fall.
I do have a plastic protector under the otterbox, because the screen tends to stick to the otterbox otherwise. Some people have recommended a bit of baby powder on the screen, but I just can't bring myself to do that - and I wonder if they realize that such powder can be talc or cornstarch. I'm not sure I'd want either getting on my screen!

I just received the Full Body Screen Protector from Xtreme Guard today and I am a bit lost as to how to apply it since this is the 1st time I am trying to apply this type of protector.
In the instructions, it says to soak all fingers in soapy water solution --> can I use any type of washing hand liquid and mix it with water?
Then this is the part where I'm really lost : "Peel off the guard from its backing, then re-dip your fingers in the solution and completely wet the backing of the guard" --> Does that mean I must wet/dip the whole protector in the solution before applying?
Please bear with me, I'm completely noob for this type of thing. Any help would be really appreciated - thanks!!

Final5k said:
I just received the Full Body Screen Protector from Xtreme Guard today and I am a bit lost as to how to apply it since this is the 1st time I am trying to apply this type of protector.
In the instructions, it says to soak all fingers in soapy water solution --> can I use any type of washing hand liquid and mix it with water?
Then this is the part where I'm really lost : "Peel off the guard from its backing, then re-dip your fingers in the solution and completely wet the backing of the guard" --> Does that mean I must wet/dip the whole protector in the solution before applying?
Please bear with me, I'm completely noob for this type of thing. Any help would be really appreciated - thanks!!
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First rule of thumb, go slow!
And not to hijack this thread or anything, but I always refer to the Phantom Skinz website when I install skins. I have used a few different products and Phantom Skinz was the best. Frack you, Ghost Armor!!! (Note, I have never used XtremeGuard but I am thinking about it because of the much cheaper price).
Back on topic, the Phantom Skinz website had some pretty in depth instructions and I did not just want to take credit for them, so:
http://phantomskinz.com/installation.aspx
And here is a video install because sometimes it is easier to watch someone do it first:
http://phantomskinz.com/install.aspx

Hey guys, I recently bought one of these off Amazon when I ordered my Otterbox case, it was only $2 so I figured I had nothing to lose. Here's my take on it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19109961#post19109961

916x10 said:
Hey guys, I recently bought one of these off Amazon when I ordered my Otterbox case, it was only $2 so I figured I had nothing to lose. Here's my take on it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19109961#post19109961
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When I replaced my HD2 a couple of months ago I decided not to put a screen protector on the device, using the one built into the Defender instead.

Well, one of the second hand HD2s I bought went with a couple of original HTC screen protectors, so I put one of them on mine, in order to potect the screen from shocks, as the glass is very thin (much thinner than the iPhone's for instance).
You never know what can happen...
It may not be the best protection in the world : it's a bit thick, it makes the picture look a bit "weavy" when seen from tight angle (so I guess it's not perfectly flat), it can be scratched moderately easily, it's prone to collect fingerprints (as all the existing protections actually, and even the glass with no protection at all), the screen is still as difficult to read under strong sunlight (I think even a bit worse than with no protection at all), and it's slightly less finger-slippery than the glass screen alone, but...
... It has a gigantic advantage towards all and every other existing screen protectors (probably except the Zagg Invisible Shield, but this one is so rubbery and sticky it's almost unusable, actually) :
... It covers the whole screen, including around and under the buttons.
Most, if not all other protections, stop on top of the buttons, making a visible and ugly "stairs step". Plus they're not really better. Too bad.
So the HTC one is the one I prefer (the other best choice being no protection at all, since the glass can hardly be scratched, only broken).
BTW, I don't use a full casing protection nor sleeve, as I'm using a belt pouch and a very tightly fit Brodit car craddle that forbids any protection other than a screen film (it would just rip off the Zagg full body protection as it's too thick : I had the problem with the HD).

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

Best PET Film Screen Protector for N5...

Yup - not tempered glass, but PET film. It seems that everyone is interested in glass, and in turn, endless amounts of discussion on issues with glass protectors for the N5. I've used PET film a couple of times in the past few weeks of N5 ownership, in between installations of glass protectors. Each time, the PET film was a joy to go back to, for me. I was wondering which brands of film members have tried and what their results were.
For those who are wondering why the hell would anyone even consider using old-school film, here are the Pros/Cons of film protectors as I see them:
Pros:
- Little/no halo: If we were all installing only film protectors on the N5, we would have, by now, settled on a bunch of brands that get really good results for just about everyone. I've seen this evolution happen with a number of new phones. There's no such consensus on glass protectors for the N5.
- Easier install: if you have at least average skills, you are going to get a good, easy and quick install. Don't need to dedicate time to rubbing out edges that are standing up off the screen, and no need to break out the hair dryer.
- Less visible: really hard to tell that there is a protector on the N5.
- Cost: Film is less expensive, but glass has really come down in price as well.
Cons:
- Less protection: Hey, glass is stronger and harder than film, I get that.
- Not as smooth as glass: although film can be very good, glass is just smoother.
In my experience, it's not until I put a film protector on that I say "Damn, that looks great!" Often I can see a glass protector on a phone at a distance. If it's not the halo it's the edges top and bottom just looking like a protector stuck on the display.
So, I am not starting a case for glass vs film, I just would like to know what film you folks have used on the N5. I use Spigen film and the first install had the tiniest amount of halo above the earpiece (I don't think there should be protector in that area), but everything else was spot-on perfect. The second film is spot-on perfect all around. I have another brand in-bound as we speak.

I bought this 3 and will be able to provide some feedback in ~2 weeks ))
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014R5DMIU?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010DB2ROC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B010MWD59I?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

Cool.
I recall someone here saying that they use that brand with good results.

Over at Android Central, a number of N5 owners are now discovering the advantages of PET film.
Hey, it all depends on what you want.
I am still rocking the Spigen film. I'd say it looks perfect, but you really have to look closely to see any evidence of a protector.

billykxda said:
Over at Android Central, a number of N5 owners are now discovering the advantages of PET film.
Hey, it all depends on what you want.
I am still rocking the Spigen film. I'd say it looks perfect, but you really have to look closely to see any evidence of a protector.
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No halo on that one?
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I have the ones from iCarez and they don't cover past the light sensors on top which leaves an exposed area, same goes to the bottom where the home key is, but not as much.
I would also like feedback on the Pleson ones especially if they play well with a TPU Hybrid case.

Spigen and it's pretty awesome. Can't even tell it's on both by looks and feel.
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No halo on that one?
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No halo on my second install. PET film is far more forgivable b/c it can easily follow the curve on the display edges. That's a major advantage for those of us who want their N5 to look great - as it was designed to do. For me, glass protectors always appear to be less-than-great looking layers of glass stuck on the front of an elegantly-designed N5. So, for now, I am happily rocking a film protector.
I purchased another brand of film protectors, but I am going to hold-off on trying them out. The Spigen is just too perfect to pull-off.
I use a Ringke Slim case that does not interfere with the film at all. I had a more robust Spigen Hybrid case on with the first Spigen film I had installed, and the case would flex inwards occasionally when pressing the power button, lifting it up momentarily, but then it would just lay back down. The Ringke case is particularly good for use with full-size protectors.

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Yup - not tempered glass, but PET film. It seems that everyone is interested in glass, and in turn, endless amounts of discussion on issues with glass protectors for the N5. I've used PET film a couple of times in the past few weeks of N5 ownership, in between installations of glass protectors. Each time, the PET film was a joy to go back to, for me. I was wondering which brands of film members have tried and what their results were.
For those who are wondering why the hell would anyone even consider using old-school film, here are the Pros/Cons of film protectors as I see them:
Pros:
- Little/no halo: If we were all installing only film protectors on the N5, we would have, by now, settled on a bunch of brands that get really good results for just about everyone. I've seen this evolution happen with a number of new phones. There's no such consensus on glass protectors for the N5.
- Easier install: if you have at least average skills, you are going to get a good, easy and quick install. Don't need to dedicate time to rubbing out edges that are standing up off the screen, and no need to break out the hair dryer.
- Less visible: really hard to tell that there is a protector on the N5.
- Cost: Film is less expensive, but glass has really come down in price as well.
Cons:
- Less protection: Hey, glass is stronger and harder than film, I get that.
- Not as smooth as glass: although film can be very good, glass is just smoother.
In my experience, it's not until I put a film protector on that I say "Damn, that looks great!" Often I can see a glass protector on a phone at a distance. If it's not the halo it's the edges top and bottom just looking like a protector stuck on the display.
So, I am not starting a case for glass vs film, I just would like to know what film you folks have used on the N5. I use Spigen film and the first install had the tiniest amount of halo above the earpiece (I don't think there should be protector in that area), but everything else was spot-on perfect. The second film is spot-on perfect all around. I have another brand in-bound as we speak.
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Can you please post some photos of your Note with the spigen film? Right now I'm using the Nillkin glass and I'm terribly disappointed! I may consider got back to pet films after many years with glass protector!
Thanks in advance!
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dsmpampis said:
Can you please post some photos of your Note with the spigen film? Right now I'm using the Nillkin glass and I'm terribly disappointed! I may consider got back to pet films after many years with glass protector!
Thanks in advance!
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I don't have a second phone/camera around to do so. Just tried using my webcam - you don't want to see what that looked like.
Just imagine not seeing a protector. And there you have it.
-bk

billykxda said:
No halo on my second install. PET film is far more forgivable b/c it can easily follow the curve on the display edges. That's a major advantage for those of us who want their N5 to look great - as it was designed to do. For me, glass protectors always appear to be less-than-great looking layers of glass stuck on the front of an elegantly-designed N5. So, for now, I am happily rocking a film protector.
I purchased another brand of film protectors, but I am going to hold-off on trying them out. The Spigen is just too perfect to pull-off.
I use a Ringke Slim case that does not interfere with the film at all. I had a more robust Spigen Hybrid case on with the first Spigen film I had installed, and the case would flex inwards occasionally when pressing the power button, lifting it up momentarily, but then it would just lay back down. The Ringke case is particularly good for use with full-size protectors.
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Have you noticed the fingerprint scanner being any slower to unlock the device since installing the Spigen screen protector? I just installed mine last night and maybe I'm crazy.. But it just seems a lite bit slower than when I had no screen protector. Maybe I'm crazy! Lol.

skadude66 said:
Have you noticed the fingerprint scanner being any slower to unlock the device since installing the Spigen screen protector? I just installed mine last night and maybe I'm crazy.. But it just seems a lite bit slower than when I had no screen protector. Maybe I'm crazy! Lol.
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Nope - haven't noticed that at all. Since the protector doesn't go near where the fingerprint detection is going on, I can't imagine how it could interfere.
There's lots of voodoo that's happening with the fingerprint reader that sometimes makes it perfectly accurate, other times less so. Plus, there are the variables involved when you ask a user to configure/set-up complex hardware. I'd look elsewhere.

billykxda said:
Nope - haven't noticed that at all. Since the protector doesn't go near where the fingerprint detection is going on, I can't imagine how it could interfere.
There's lots of voodoo that's happening with the fingerprint reader that sometimes makes it perfectly accurate, other times less so. Plus, there are the variables involved when you ask a user to configure/set-up complex hardware. I'd look elsewhere.
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I might have installed mine just a little bit crooked... It EVER so slightly touches the silver ring of the home button, but maybe I'm just crazy and it's not actually affecting anything haha.

No b.s spigen, no b.s expensive brand name. 5pack for $1 best screen protector I have got so far. Bestoffer4yu ebay seller from china.
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I got the iCarez and it was perfect on my note4 but on the note5 it has about 1mm of halo on both sides. Not as visible as a tempered glass halo but at right angle you can see it. Its sized to exactly the LCD part so can't be cut any smaller.
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billykxda said:
No halo on my second install. PET film is far more forgivable b/c it can easily follow the curve on the display edges. That's a major advantage for those of us who want their N5 to look great - as it was designed to do. For me, glass protectors always appear to be less-than-great looking layers of glass stuck on the front of an elegantly-designed N5. So, for now, I am happily rocking a film protector.
I purchased another brand of film protectors, but I am going to hold-off on trying them out. The Spigen is just too perfect to pull-off.
I use a Ringke Slim case that does not interfere with the film at all. I had a more robust Spigen Hybrid case on with the first Spigen film I had installed, and the case would flex inwards occasionally when pressing the power button, lifting it up momentarily, but then it would just lay back down. The Ringke case is particularly good for use with full-size protectors.
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Did you do anything special when you put it on the second time ? Just installed the Spigen Crystal for the first time on my N5 and there's a halo at the top, continuing a little bit down the sides

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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011PYL8C8?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01
$6 for six screen protectors - done deal.
I got these first and didn't use them. I was provided a few glass protectors to test. Halo after Halo on the glass, finally I broke these out and opened them. Easy install, no real complaints. I didn't miss the feel of these, but it works with the pen well. Currently have mine, my wife and my moms phone protected with these - and three to spare :highfive:

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Spigen Crystal
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That looks amazing. My first install did not come out that well unfortunately any tips ?

vincel892 said:
That looks amazing. My first install did not come out that well unfortunately any tips ?
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Have you tried the hinge method? Always works for me.
I like the appearance of PET screen protectors, but compared to glass, they scratch pretty easily. On the first day, I had 2 deep scratches just by cleaning the screen with a microfiber. Also, the oleophobic coating can't hold a candle to glass, constantly wiping my screen. I'm using the Spigen Crystal btw. I like how on regular screen protectors, you can reinstall and get rid of dust if it gets stuck under though.
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