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Hello everyone!
Well, to make my sad story short: My Note fell gently on the floor with the screen down and it slid around 20 cms on the floor. I guess there was sand on the floor because when I checked my screen had a ~1 cm scratch, thick as a strand of hair (God, I hate to remember that moment... ).
So well, when I use my Note I can see a rainbow effect where the scratch is, it isn't very noticeable for other people but I do see it when I use it, specially on white backgrounds or high brightness, AND I can also feel it with the S-Pen. When I got home I immediately started reading about screen protectors and ordered an SGP Ultra Oleophobic one, I'm still waiting to get it next week .
My question is: Some people claim that some screen protectors with wet applications (like XO Skins) can hide these scratches and I'm wondering if some of you guys with scratches on your Note have successfully hid them with these protectors. I'll try with the SGP one when I get it to see the results but I'm interested to know if the other ones work also.
Thanks a lot everyone!
I have used a Skinomi and it reduced a scratch significantly on 2 phones- I never thought that the fact it was a wet application may have helped a bit.... Thankfully, I put a crappy protector straight on my note..I scratched 2 gorilla glass phones within 3 days of getting them...I am a slow learner.
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highestvoltage said:
Hello everyone!
Well, to make my sad story short: My Note fell gently on the floor with the screen down and it slid around 20 cms on the floor. I guess there was sand on the floor because when I checked my screen had a ~1 cm scratch, thick as a strand of hair (God, I hate to remember that moment... ).
So well, when I use my Note I can see a rainbow effect where the scratch is, it isn't very noticeable for other people but I do see it when I use it, specially on white backgrounds or high brightness, AND I can also feel it with the S-Pen. When I got home I immediately started reading about screen protectors and ordered an SGP Ultra Oleophobic one, I'm still waiting to get it next week .
My question is: Some people claim that some screen protectors with wet applications (like XO Skins) can hide these scratches and I'm wondering if some of you guys with scratches on your Note have successfully hid them with these protectors. I'll try with the SGP one when I get it to see the results but I'm interested to know if the other ones work also.
Thanks a lot everyone!
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Here in Canada there are kiosks in the Malls for a company called "Ghost Armor" and the screen protectors they apply (you can get them full body skinned as well) cover and fill scratches (or at least the appearance of them anyways).
Its a good product but I dont know if you have them in your country...
ZAGG Invisible Shield will totally hide it. The adhesive fills anything. It covered a noticeable gouge on my old S2.
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People should always use a screen shield/protector. I have the SGP Glas.t on my Note. It's also scratch proof. I tend to leave my phone in the same pocket as my coins.
Thanks for all your replies, guys! I'll see the results when I get the screen protector shipped and I'll post the results. If it doesn't work then for sure I'll try to get one of the ones you mentioned.
I've had my Note 8 for 9 days now and while I was thinking about buying a screen protector when it arrived, I must admit that I'm quite impressed by the quality of the screen. It just feels so hard to scratch, so much so that one would probably struggle trying to scratch it even on purpose. I don't really see myself scratching it by accident anytime soon, although I must admit I'm this kind of guy who never drops the phone and handles it with extreme care.
I'm just curious to read what you guys think, maybe somebody persuades me to buy a screen protector after all, who knows.
The Gorilla Glass 5 is more shatter-resistant than previous versions and that means it is softer also. I had my Note 7 only a few days before it started picking up micro scratches on the front and back. Your mileage may vary. I'm putting on a Whitestone done and a skin on the back of mine.
I bought a screen protector but am debating putting it on. I may try it and see how it goes
Many of us do fine with no protection. Others report getting scratches no matter how hard they try not to.
I've always put a protector on my previous phones but I'm using my Note 8 without a screen protector. Like you, I'm always very careful with my phone and never drop it. The pocket that I put my phone in only contains my phone; I never put loose change or key in there. My Spigen Slim Armor case protects most of the phone and keeps the screen off the table surface if I do put it face down. With all of the issues people have had with curved tempered glass screen protectors, it just seems like more hassle than it's worth. The only one I'd get is the Whitestone Dome but that costs $60 here. Bit pricey.
I always run a protectors. Better safe then sorry.
I take very good care of my stuff. If a scratch did happen you cant take it back. So there would be no way ti fit it without buying a no front glass or new phone.
With a protector you can simply remove it and put on another one.
Fwiw, 5 days and i have a scratch, no clue where it came from. Have never used screen protectors, but will now
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It's def worth it. On my S8 there was a scratch after few days and I am very careful about my phone so really don't know how it happened.
Same here...it is so minor and you cannot even feel it. Babied it too. Also a small one on the back and it had a case day 1. Something tells me it came like that
Going naked for now. Just watch out for sand, fine sand , seems to be the only thing. If it was a flat screen I would have tempered glass on it.
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ANY sharp instrument will scratch if the point is pressed in to the display, period. It is MUCH easier to bang on it with a long blade edge and look like you did nothing than the tip of an x-acto knife. That is what those demos do. Resisting attack across a large area is really what you are seeing. Keys are small like that etc...
Finally, a big part of Gorilla Glass is that it also HIDES or better put doesnt show minor damage as much as other glass. In other words, its there you just don't see it.
I bet a screen for this will be $300-$400. How much is a protector that looks good?
Better safe than sorry. Once it's scratched it would bug the hell out of me. It's a £1000 device.
Throw a screen protector on it. In time, micro-scratches will appear on your screen if you dont!
Note FE, had it on the ironing board (and forgot about it). Folded the ironing board and it very gently slid down it onto the floor face down....very gently....resulted in a 7mm scratch.
Not got one on this yet but it does highlight how pathetically weak GG5 is.
I put one on from iq shield...works great with my ringke wave
Since its a huge pain to find a glass protector that fits and doesn't screw up touch sensitivity I just grabbed the $8 Skinomi wet install protector, works great including with the edge display and S-Pen.
I believe the micro-scratches are not the actual "glass" screen itself. It's the oleophobic coating that we see scratched.
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I believe the micro-scratches are not the actual "glass" screen itself. It's the oleophobic coating that we see scratched.
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But if it still looks like a scratch....
I personally really don't get the mentality of people who put huges cases and screen protectors on their phones. Most people here are obsessive on having 'the latest' and upgrade yearly when new stuff comes out so they can have the nicest, thinnest, prettiest shiny piece of hardware - Then they go wrap it all up in a thick rubber/plastic case and make it look sh*t. Why buy a device with no bezel if you're gonna put a huge thick case bezel around it!
I've had all my smartphones without cases/screen protectors as that's how they're meant to be and to honest I look after my devices. I usually get 2 year contracts on phones and at the end of 2 years, worst case, a few micro scratches on the screen - That's it. Do these guys bubble wrap their cars? It's a phone, it's designed to be used, it'll get the odd small scratch, just enjoy it for what it is IMO.
I have dropped my Pixel XL and the screen protector cracked but the screen was fine. Same on my Nexus 6. Dropped it on it's face from about 5' and the screen protector cracked all over it but the screen remained crack free. I fell that a glass screen protector takes the abuse of a drop. Granted, I've never dropped a phone with a screen protector so not sure if they would have cracked the screen without a protector but to me, It used to be relatively cheap protection. Some of the better protectors are 40+ now so it's not as easy a decision as it used to be for me.
So got my shiny new Note 8 week ago. Also with that got the Whitestone Dome screen protector and alcantara case.
Tried to install screen protector:
1st. attempt: The screen lined up incorrectly from the bottom, tried to "lift it up to the position" just created more airbubles and the glue poured out from the sides.
After cleaning my Note 8 with the alcohol swipes, (It was a mess to try to clean the phone AND the glass screen protector)
2. attempt with the second bottle of glue..... There was a dust particle on the glue itself. Great.
Wait for a week to mobilefun to ship me another one. (while doing so i was "dry- practicing" to get it 100% correct this time)
3. attempt was a charm.... until.... when the glue spread there was 2 small air bubbles... Take the second bottle and "tap" the small air bubbles away. (while doing so being extremely nervous about that the screen protector might move or great new bubbles). Managed to get the bigger one out but there was the small one... Didn't get that out.
Light up the UV light and call it a day. Only problem is now there is small air bubble that is pretttty distracting to say the least.
So, now i am with 50€ in my account from the order. (Because i demanded that they refund me this horrible product). I am left to choose new screen protector.
My options that i have read:
- Rearth invisible defender - The problem with this is that there is "snowfall" effect and the screen is too damn sticky (according to reviews)
- IQ Shield - The problem with this is that the S-pen (according to reviews) leaves trails to the TPU protector. Because it's so soft and it will not cure overtime.
-Zagg invisible shield - Unresponsivnes and the fact that it has "raimbow" -effect on the screen.
New one that i just founded out about:
-Powerpeak Base- According to this guy (Install Jimmy is Promo's "Base Screen protector for Samsung GALAXY S8 & Note 8 here) Its pretty good. Might be ad though... Does any of you have experience on this?
The whitstone does have pretty good responsiveness and all that good stuff. But the problem is the installation and even when i tried to be 100% accurate with the installation, it still greated air bubbles. And the fact that there is a HUGE risk that the glue when cured can cause damage to the screen.... More specifically if you manage to cure the glue when the glue is over the earpiece... you are ****ed with your 1000€ phone.
I am doing the poor mans whitestone. LOCA glue and cheap amazon tempered glass. Took me two tries to get it right. So with two screens and glue, out $20. I did buy a UV lamp for dual use. My phone and girlfriends nails. I had the ZAGG on my S8+, didn't like it at all, unresponsive. But i bet if you glued it on with LOCA it would be good.
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I am doing the poor mans whitestone. LOCA glue and cheap amazon tempered glass. Took me two tries to get it right. So with two screens and glue, out $20. I did buy a UV lamp for dual use. My phone and girlfriends nails. I had the ZAGG on my S8+, didn't like it at all, unresponsive. But i bet if you glued it on with LOCA it would be good.
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I am sort of guy, who can easily mess things like that up... So not going to risk it.
Galaxy Note 8 Screen Protector [2-Pack][Not Glass], Yootech [Case Friendly] Galaxy Note 8 Wet Applied Screen Protector BUBBLE-FREE for Samsung Galaxy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0756DBXWP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_xFOJgXZGMrAdo
This one seems a little less rubbery imho.
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Galaxy Note 8 Screen Protector [2-Pack][Not Glass], Yootech [Case Friendly] Galaxy Note 8 Wet Applied Screen Protector BUBBLE-FREE for Samsung Galaxy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0756DBXWP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_xFOJgXZGMrAdo
This one seems a little less rubbery imho.
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I did check that thanks! Only problem is that i live in EU (Finland) And Amazon will not ship that item to me.... Looked up in Ebay and they will add 20€+ to the original price...
Bummer tho,.
Hello, this is Whitestone.
I am so sorry that you had a terrible experience with our product. Air bubbles can be very frustrating on a new screen protector. We are constantly trying to solve the problem of air bubbles, and the seesaw type has drastically reduced it but not fully eliminated it.
I am very thankful for your patience to give our product three tries before you made your decision and also for a detailed feedback on what became wrong.
Since you have given a lot of effort on our product, we will try and help you out if you are willing to give our product another chance.
Feel free to contact us through here, or our homepage, or any social media.
Again I am terribly sorry.
Base TGSP is a piece of shot
That Jimmy guy sounds like an infomercial
Only use skinomi wet i stall protectors.
Use it before on my note edge 4. The spen did leave marks.
But with the note 8. I dont see any marks. So either the protector is better or the tips are softer
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Only use skinomi wet i stall protectors.
Use it before on my note edge 4. The spen did leave marks.
But with the note 8. I dont see any marks. So either the protector is better or the tips are softer
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do you forsee it lifting up on the edges? did you get the techskin one that comes in a twopack?
I'm currently going through a batch of clear protection film HD skins on my Note 8. Generally are average, but some dont cover the edges that well or some have too much orange peel, or some are not cut correctly. Typical chinese "dog" turd.
So far. Spigen, coverage is excellent, but suffer from a lot of orange peel. Illumi Shield , coverage is rubbish, one side ( left side ) is cut shorter than the other. But less orange peel.
Amovo front and back clear film, the worst ever. The pikeys didnt even inc a lubrication spray with their aggrssive adhesive film. Secondly the film that you remove to apply was stuck like gorilla glue to the actual film. You know, the tab that say "peel here first" and " peel here last".
I dont care less for the glass crap for curved screens, but in search of a half decent clear film currently. The search continues...
Limeybastard said:
I'm currently going through a batch of clear protection film HD skins on my Note 8. Generally are average, but some dont cover the edges that well or some have too much orange peel, or some are not cut correctly. Typical chinese "dog" turd.
So far. Spigen, coverage is excellent, but suffer from a lot of orange peel. Illumi Shield , coverage is rubbish, one side ( left side ) is cut shorter than the other. But less orange peel.
Amovo front and back clear film, the worst ever. The pikeys didnt even inc a lubrication spray with their aggrssive adhesive film. Secondly the film that you remove to apply was stuck like gorilla glue to the actual film. You know, the tab that say "peel here first" and " peel here last".
I dont care less for the glass crap for curved screens, but in search of a half decent clear film currently. The search continues...
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I'm looking at IQShield and Skinomi right now but don't have enough info to decide on one or the other. Would love to hear about your experiences with other non-TGSPs and if you ever come across one you would recommend.
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I'm looking at IQShield and Skinomi right now but don't have enough info to decide on one or the other. Would love to hear about your experiences with other non-TGSPs and if you ever come across one you would recommend.
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Im primarily using and trying non glass type films, similar to the stuff used to protect car paint protection. My background includes being able to apply paint protection film on cars so these are all from the same mold that I have been trying. BTW, heat of a hairdryer will aid in adhering the curved edges once applied- slight tip.
I have not tried IQShield yet, sorry. So far the Spigen one fitted well coverage wise,but their film is very aggressive in the orange peel front,
I might try Skinomi next, but I have heard they cut their films short to save a few bucks.
Lets liase and share our experiences with these type of films, cheers.
Thanks for all of you for the help and responses.
Yes the IQshield and Skinomi are on the top of my list... They are around 20€ including shipping to Finland from Ebay. A bit expensive but lets see....
Im currently using IQshield version 2 (case friendly) for about a week now.
I've done a lot of wet install before so i know what to expect using this type of screen protector. Its been a week now and so far no lifting on the curve part of the screen. it is smooth to touch, sensitivity is normal and very good. Im using a VRSdesign slim case and it works well, all corners fitted very well.
I also used skinomi before and if i remember it right IQshield is more smoother than skinomi in-terms of orange peel feeling. The only problem that is s-pen will leave marks when used with this kind of screen protector. (i tried it at the very bottom and its still have mark after a week)
I can give this IQshield a 7.5/10 score. LOL
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The whitstone does have pretty good responsiveness and all that good stuff. But the problem is the installation and even when i tried to be 100% accurate with the installation, it still greated air bubbles. And the fact that there is a HUGE risk that the glue when cured can cause damage to the screen.... More specifically if you manage to cure the glue when the glue is over the earpiece... you are ****ed with your 1000€ phone.
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I used the tip of placing painter's tape over the speaker. I covered the speaker enough to not interfere with the glass. It worked great! I do have three small bubbles after two tries but can't see them unless I try. My wife's has one bubble in about the same spot as mine. The lower left corner about 1/3 up the screen where the curve starts. There a number of ways to avoid the creation of bubbles. I couldn't say them all because I'm not an expert in LOCA glue and it's properties. Experimentation is the only way to find out.
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Hello, this is Whitestone.
I am so sorry that you had a terrible experience with our product. Air bubbles can be very frustrating on a new screen protector. We are constantly trying to solve the problem of air bubbles, and the seesaw type has drastically reduced it but not fully eliminated it.
I am very thankful for your patience to give our product three tries before you made your decision and also for a detailed feedback on what became wrong.
Since you have given a lot of effort on our product, we will try and help you out if you are willing to give our product another chance.
Feel free to contact us through here, or our homepage, or any social media.
Again I am terribly sorry.
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I am glad that you have started beeing more on forums and social media. I want to thank you for sending me a new one. Now i am waiting for it. Hope this time works.
To be honest, it will be difficult to actually get most tempered glass protectors to stay on this curved glass.. Its a pain and it sucks because I would actually like to get one. I just ordered the whitestore myself..., but they wont be in stock again until the 30th...
I got the PowerPeak Base and it is utter garbage. I lost atleast 30% touch sensitivity and then it just eventually slid off of my phone from me trying to swipe so hard. The middle actually dried up and there was nothing holding the middle to the phone.
I despise the wet installs. They are too soft and will leave indents as you said.. So really its either try tempered glass protectors until you find the one you want, go with indents and wet installs, or just go no screen protector like me!
I have the wet install spigen ones but I tbh would rather go with no protector than use them.
I ordered and installed this on my Note 8 : https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B074G1W2RC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Along with a Spigen Tough Armor case. It seems to work well and no real screen sensitivity issues either.
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do you forsee it lifting up on the edges? did you get the techskin one that comes in a twopack?
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I get the case friendly 2pack. And havent had problems with lifting.
Had my note 8 since sept 8 and been caseless and no lifting.
Anyone planning on using a cheap protector with LOCA glue needs to check the strength of the LOCA. Some have reported they were not able to remove the protector after using some LOCA glue.
I had 3 attempts at the Dome Glass myself. The first one I got had a broken bridge. I could not get the glue in the right spot. Whitestone refunded me. I bought the next set from Amazon. Everything was perfect until I peeled the plastic off the back of the protector. There must have been a fleck of dirt near the side. I did not see it as I did not have enough light.
I sent the second one back to Amazon and just had to pay return shipping. With the third one I took a different approach. I used a totally level counter top in the bathroom. I ran the shower with hot water for about 10 minutes so the whole bathroom was steamed up. This kept the dust down. I cleaned the phone screen and when I removed the plastic from the protector, it somehow grabbed another piece of dirt. Due to the extreme lighting, I saw it and removed it before installing. It installed perfectly with no dust/dirt or air bubbles. I did the first cure with the UV light then took it out of the jig and wiped the sides, top and bottom with an alcohol pad. I then did the final cure. Not one ounce of glue seeped out. I did not protect the speaker or anything else. If this is done perfectly, this is the absolute best protector available IMHO. The problem is anything short of a perfect install will drive many of us with OCD crazy.
On Monday we traded in my Mothers iPhone and she went with a Note 8. The Dome Glass arrived today. This time, perfect install the first time. I wish Whitestone would include 2 pieces of glass per package since this is the most expensive Note 8 protector. Their CS is a bit slow but they did take care of me in the end. It's a bit of a ripoff to sell the kit for 49 but then only sell the glass and one tube of glue for 39. The refill pack should be 15-20 at the highest.
After a week, none of my edges are lifting at all. Some may be using cases that are not compatible. My protector does not touch my case at anyplace. I think cases that touch the protector have a good chance of raising the edges. Even if the case looks fine after install, if grabbing it makes the case touch the glass, it will eventually lift and get bubbles.
Any one else notice how easily the screen on this phone scratches? I have 3 massive scratches and lots of small ones.
Screen protector is a must. I have not noticed as I wont even touch a phone without at least film on it.
Gorilla glass always has gotten micro scratches so that is my reasoning.
I have not had a screen protector on any or my phones till now this Ive had the phone like 2 weeks it looks worse then phones I have had for years
I've never had a screen protector on a phone, mainly because I suck at putting them on and even a speck of dust or a small air bubble will anger me. This phone, though... I've heard a lot of issues with micro scratches. It seems to scratch very easily. I thought that Gorilla Glass was supposed to be scratch resistant. I had my Note 4 for three years and had one minor scratch the entire time.
I am totally babying this thing. I barely touch it lol. I am really rethinking the screen protector thing.
Everyone is different. Screen protector and case is a must if I don't want damage.
My wife uses phones for at least 12-15 months and most of her stuff look brand new.
House rule, I can't leave carpet without screen protector.
In the note 7 forum, there is the same exact topic, then, it was exacerbated by the faulty jerry rig miscarried test, later it was overly accepted that the screen was not the problem, that people tend to not recognize when the scratches were made, I do not know if that is the case now, with the note 8
I've had my Note8 for a month now with a screen protector on and off of it. No scratches on the screen yet (fingers crossed) and I'm switching between the Alcantera and Plastic Samsung cases. But my girlfriend's phone got super scratched on the back while in a case no idea how it happened there was no debris and the case is TPU. Her screen protector is already showing scratches as well but that's what it's there for.
Composed on Galaxy Note8
No screen protector since release day, all is good on my end. Was the same with my Note 5 for the entire time I had that phone. I guess it's just a personal habit/luck/environment factors that play into it. Sucks that you're having to deal with it. Maybe a screen protector can help hide some of the effects.
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No screen protector since release day, all is good on my end. Was the same with my Note 5 for the entire time I had that phone.
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Same here. I never use a case or screen protector. My Note8, like all my previous phones, has no scratches whatsoever on the screen; the back is scratch-free as well. I've been using the phone extensively for more than a month.
I guess it's just a personal habit/luck/environment factors that play into it.
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Yup. Many people report scratch-free unprotected phones, while others report being as careful as they know how but still getting scratches or cracks.
The note 7 and note 8 I believe use gorilla glass 5.
It is more shatter resistant, but seems mote prone to scratches. Corning disputed that stating it was material transfer.
For me, it doesn't matter what you call it if I can't wipe it off.
I started using screen protectors when I bought the Note 2. I didn't want to take a chance in damaging my s-pen then using it and scratching my screen.
I've never used a screen protector until the Note 7 with Gorilla Glass 5. I tried the film protectors and they turn my flagship phone into a K-Mart device. I was going to spend the $$ on the protector shown here.
http://www.mobilezap.com.au/64792-w...galaxy-note-8-full-cover-screen-protector.htm
Before I spent the money on this I thought I'd try a cheap one and make sure I didn't hate having it on there. I ordered one of these cheap protectors from eBay (link below) for $10 and it is actually decent. I don't think there's any reason to get the nicer full adhesive loca glue SP. One thing I like better about the cheap eBay SP is that it is truly full coverage without the notch at the top. Sensitivity is great and not a speck of dust in over 2 weeks.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/332345555824
I've had the Whitestone dome on for a week now and I love it.
I got my original note 8 on October 1st and left the original protector in place, until the Dome came in. After the second day the factory protector started to peel. Once I peeled it off there was as scratch within a day. I started a warranty exchange to get it replaced. The replacement had a bare screen for less than 5 minutes before I installed the Whitestone dome.
I also left the temporary screen protector on until my actual screen protector arrived. It's odd that the Note 7 had a screen protector installed out of the box but the Note 8 didn't.
I pull my pocket out and Flick all that I can off of it in the morning before I put my phone in...seems to work.
So I thought it would never happen to me! Pull my phone out my pocket, check the screen and bam, two nice ugly glaring scratches.
What's going on?? I have babied this thing since I got it, even putting napkins down on any surface before placing the phone down. Pockets had nothing but the phone in.
Very sissapoonted, especially after having to return my 1st note 8 because of insane bezel light bleed!
NEVER have used screen protectors either, as I dont usually keep phones longer than 3-4 months. However, I did notice minor scratching on my S8+, were I never had scratches on any phone before. Going to throw a protector on this as I agree, as mentioned earlier, these screens lately seem to be way more prone to scratching...almost like they are going backwards, shouldnt they be getting less prone??
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So I thought it would never happen to me! Pull my phone out my pocket, check the screen and bam, two nice ugly glaring scratches.
What's going on?? I have babied this thing since I got it, even putting napkins down on any surface before placing the phone down. Pockets had nothing but the phone in.
Very sissapoonted, especially after having to return my 1st note 8 because of insane bezel light bleed!
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Ouch. Is there any way to fix or minimize that, besides getting a new screen put on? I'm getting nervous to even touch my phone.
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NEVER have used screen protectors either, as I dont usually keep phones longer than 3-4 months. However, I did notice minor scratching on my S8+, w[h]ere I never had scratches on any phone before.
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I too had retired my unprotected phones in pristine condition until the S8+, which somehow accumulated several small scratches on the rear glass (but none on the front). But my unprotected Note8 is still scratch-free, front and back, after almost six weeks now.
I've seen speculation that the oleophobic coating may be too thick on some of these phones, and the coating may be what's showing shallow scratches. That sounds plausible, but I don't know how to tell if it's true.
Lol... there is nothing wrong with the Note 8 screen nor the 8/8+. My son has the 8 and no screen protector. And. .has dropped it.. in his pocket all the time..with keys.. and I just checked it yesterday.. Not ONE TINY LITTLE scratch. So.. if there is some scratch.. you/i did it some how. Like so many things in life its ALWAYS someone else.. not just .. I did it. There will always be some that drop the phone get a crack on the screen and then post and blame Samsung. Yet..happens all the time.
I have had this phone since September 7th with not screen protector on it with not one scratch on it. But my phone only goes in one pocket my left pocket always and nothing else goes in that pocket ever. That pocket is for phones only. Now I do have the Nano liquid screen protector on it. So maybe they work really good. Look on YouTube and see the scratch test on this phone. It is the same as any phone with Gorilla glass 5. The glass on this phone is so slick surprised that anything scratches it.
Hey guys, my gray note 8 with Verizon arrives tomorrow and I'm kind of stressed out because I can't find a good case / screen protector on Amazon. All the screen protectors have horrible reviews and I want this thing protected as soon as I get it. There was one case that seemed good until I read the few bad reviews. It came with a tempered glass protector but some people said it would start coming off. It was the Zizo bolt series. I'm hoping someone can give me some recommendations so I can try and order them tonight and have them get here at the latest Wednesday.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B072...+protector&dpPl=1&dpID=51kJ2RW3inL&ref=plSrch this is the one I bought, it's matte but it work good for me
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B072...+protector&dpPl=1&dpID=51kJ2RW3inL&ref=plSrch this is the one I bought, it's matte but it work good for me
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I wonder how that one compares with this iq shield?
Galaxy Note 8 Screen Protector [2 Pack][Case Friendly][Not Glass], IQ Shield LiQuidSkin Full Coverage Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy Note 8 HD Anti-Bubble [S Pen Compatible] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072W8X2SK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_phAxAbH8JF2YC
It's only 7 dollars I'd just buy it and try it.
troyd28 said:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B072...+protector&dpPl=1&dpID=51kJ2RW3inL&ref=plSrch this is the one I bought, it's matte but it work good for me
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Nice one! For how long have you been using it?
You can buy original alcantara case for your note 8, its the TOP case on that device for now, it looks fantastic and sexy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7pGRmMDFvg
I have it and i like it. Once, this case save my note 8 from been broken, i drop it in bathroom on the floor accidentally. 0 damage
About screen protector, you need just regular silicone film. You can ask for it in every shop. I think its the best solution.
DeMi-GoD said:
Hey guys, my gray note 8 with Verizon arrives tomorrow and I'm kind of stressed out because I can't find a good case / screen protector on Amazon. All the screen protectors have horrible reviews and I want this thing protected as soon as I get it. There was one case that seemed good until I read the few bad reviews. It came with a tempered glass protector but some people said it would start coming off. It was the Zizo bolt series. I'm hoping someone can give me some recommendations so I can try and order them tonight and have them get here at the latest Wednesday.
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Otterbox Commuter?
DeMi-GoD said:
Galaxy Note 8 Screen Protector [2 Pack][Case Friendly][Not Glass], IQ Shield LiQuidSkin Full Coverage Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy Note 8 HD Anti-Bubble [S Pen Compatible] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072W8X2SK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_phAxAbH8JF2YC
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I have these on two Note 8's here and they are working well so far. I have a Spigen case and my son a Otterbox Commuter. Just line up the protector with the sensor and speaker cut outs just enough to not cover them and make sure the sides are even and they work great. ILLUMI AquaShield is another to consider. I thought those had a more glass like appearance.
I had the Incipio dual layer and it was too bulky and cheaply made. The 2 pieces didnt line up evenly. So I bought the Alcantara case and couldn't be happier. I dont use screen protectors though. I have never dropped a phone. If i did I still got my pixel or nexus 6p to use while it gets fixed. I went for Samsung care this time around. Only $99 deductible is pretty good.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/accessories
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Gizmoe said:
I had the Incipio dual layer and it was too bulky and cheaply made. The 2 pieces didnt line up evenly. So I bought the Alcantara case and couldn't be happier. I dont use screen protectors though. I have never dropped a phone. If i did I still got my pixel or nexus 6p to use while it gets fixed. I went for Samsung care this time around. Only $99 deductible is pretty good.
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Protection from breaking is only part of the reason for using a screen protector. My main reason is for scratch protection. The glass is very soft when it comes to scratches.
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/accessories
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Protection from breaking is only part of the reason for using a screen protector. My main reason is for scratch protection. The glass is very soft when it comes to scratches.
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Yeah I've read this too. I'm always a bit skeptical though about people's stories of "easily damaged/scratched" devices. I've owned several phones over the years and have not had scratching issues outside of the normal wear and tear. And the scratches never where noticeable unless you looked for them. Definitely not with the screen on. There is never a shortage of "screen easily scratches" threads either for any device you look at. Then you can go watch jerry rig everything literally scratch them all at the same level. Even iPhones sapphire glass scratches at the same level. I just don't see the need for another layer of glass that will look just like the layer of glass I put it over in the same amount of time. By the time it had enough scratches to bother me I would have all ready moved on to another device. But I keep something at most 2 years anyways. I do also never lay my phone on its screen and it's alone in my pocket or in my hand. That's it.
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Yeah I've read this too. I'm always a bit skeptical though about people's stories of "easily damaged/scratched" devices. I've owned several phones over the years and have not had scratching issues outside of the normal wear and tear. And the scratches never where noticeable unless you looked for them. Definitely not with the screen on. There is never a shortage of "screen easily scratches" threads either for any device you look at. Then you can go watch jerry rig everything literally scratch them all at the same level. Even iPhones sapphire glass scratches at the same level. I just don't see the need for another layer of glass that will look just like the layer of glass I put it over in the same amount of time. By the time it had enough scratches to bother me I would have all ready moved on to another device. But I keep something at most 2 years anyways. I do also never lay my phone on its screen and it's alone in my pocket or in my hand. That's it.
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I'm talking from personal experience with the Note 8 and the S8 Plus.
And that "normal wear and tear" is what I'm trying to prevent. I like to keep my phones mint for resale value. But the S8 plus and Note 8 do scratch a LOT easier than my past phones. I unfortunately scratched my S8 plus the ONE day I used it naked. Not even sure how, as I am also very careful.
My Note 8 screen scratched in the area above the screen protector. Presumably from me wiping dust off the camera lense. Remember, dust and dirt is made from rocks eroding. Most rocks are made of minerals harder than your glass. All it takes is a spec of dirt...
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I'm talking from personal experience with the Note 8 and the S8 Plus.
And that "normal wear and tear" is what I'm trying to prevent. I like to keep my phones mint for resale value. But the S8 plus and Note 8 do scratch a LOT easier than my past phones. I unfortunately scratched my S8 plus the ONE day I used it naked. Not even sure how, as I am also very careful.
My Note 8 screen scratched in the area above the screen protector. Presumably from me wiping dust off the camera lense. Remember, dust and dirt is made from rocks eroding. Most rocks are made of minerals harder than your glass. All it takes is a spec of dirt...
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Yeah for resale it definitely makes sense. Im kind of an electronics hoarder lol. My wife ends up giving away my old phones when I no longer use them. That's lame yours scratched all ready. I know dust is the number one scratching agent. I just have never had any issues. But I do believe you when you say yours scratched easily. I'm not here to discredit anyone. I suggest screen protectors all the time to people I know because they seem to always have cracks and scratches. I hope mine doesn't get scratched. But if it does then maybe I'll start using them.
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Yeah for resale it definitely makes sense. Im kind of an electronics hoarder lol. My wife ends up giving away my old phones when I no longer use them. That's lame yours scratched all ready. I know dust is the number one scratching agent. I just have never had any issues. But I do believe you when you say yours scratched easily. I'm not here to discredit anyone. I suggest screen protectors all the time to people I know because they seem to always have cracks and scratches. I hope mine doesn't get scratched. But if it does then maybe I'll start using them.
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Notes hold value pretty well. We sell in a year. Willing to bet we get $400-500 maybe more, doubt less. On tmobile website Note 5 still going for $400.
Whitestone dome glass #1 for note 8 and i blason rugged magma series..
Gizmoe said:
Yeah I've read this too. I'm always a bit skeptical though about people's stories of "easily damaged/scratched" devices. I've owned several phones over the years and have not had scratching issues outside of the normal wear and tear. And the scratches never where noticeable unless you looked for them. Definitely not with the screen on. There is never a shortage of "screen easily scratches" threads either for any device you look at. Then you can go watch jerry rig everything literally scratch them all at the same level. Even iPhones sapphire glass scratches at the same level. I just don't see the need for another layer of glass that will look just like the layer of glass I put it over in the same amount of time. By the time it had enough scratches to bother me I would have all ready moved on to another device. But I keep something at most 2 years anyways. I do also never lay my phone on its screen and it's alone in my pocket or in my hand. That's it.
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Note 8 uses newer Gorilla Glass which is more impact resistant but less scratch resistant than before.
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EddiePR said:
Whitestone dome glass #1 for note 8 and i blason rugged magma series..
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Or with an otterbox commuter case too.
Gizmoe said:
Yeah for resale it definitely makes sense. Im kind of an electronics hoarder lol. My wife ends up giving away my old phones when I no longer use them. That's lame yours scratched all ready. I know dust is the number one scratching agent. I just have never had any issues. But I do believe you when you say yours scratched easily. I'm not here to discredit anyone. I suggest screen protectors all the time to people I know because they seem to always have cracks and scratches. I hope mine doesn't get scratched. But if it does then maybe I'll start using them.
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LOL, I cant afford to hoard. I change phones every six months (though I plan to make this Note 8 last at least a year) but i always have a primary and a backup phone. I had an S8+ with an S7 Edge as a backup. Now my Note 8 is my primary, and my S8+ is my backup. I love everything about my Note8, but I wish it was available in the same Coral Blue color as my S8+. Actually I liked the Coral Blue color of the S7 Edge the best. I wish they would bring that one back.
But to support my habit, I have to sell my phones for thr most I can, and generally buy used, mint devices.
Let's not also forgot about the back glass. I installed the Skinomi back wet applied protector on mine on day two of ownership. While cleaning the back in preparation for the film, I use strong light and magnification to help with dist removal , I noticed a tiny short scratch on the back glass. Probably caused by something that was in the case.
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DeMi-GoD said:
Hey guys, my gray note 8 with Verizon arrives tomorrow and I'm kind of stressed out because I can't find a good case / screen protector on Amazon. All the screen protectors have horrible reviews and I want this thing protected as soon as I get it. There was one case that seemed good until I read the few bad reviews. It came with a tempered glass protector but some people said it would start coming off. It was the Zizo bolt series. I'm hoping someone can give me some recommendations so I can try and order them tonight and have them get here at the latest Wednesday.
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If you want good protection get either the Seidio or Otterbox, they are a little bulky but provide awesome protection. As for a screen protector I've had a smartphone since the T-Mobile G1, 18 or more phones with no screen protector and no scratches.
https://www.seidioonline.com/product/samsung-galaxy-note-8-dilex-kryptek/
https://www.otterbox.com/en-us/gala...creenless-edition-case/sam2-galaxy-note8.html
Sometime you can find them on amazon for about 1/2 the price from the OEM, don't try to save a few dollars on a case to protect a $1000.00 work of art.