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Hey guys, what do you think about this? I've noticed that my camera lens is all scratched up (even though I'm extremely gentle on my phone and never have it in an abrasive environment) and after seeing the tempered glass screen protectors, I was wondering why no one does this with the camera lens? If it's a glass protector then it shouldn't affect the image quality at all...
So here is my suggestion, that we all email requests to iloom at their support email address ([email protected]) requesting this... What do you think?
I'm all for it as a precautionary measure but I've had my phone for two weeks and my lense is flawless.
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in_dmand said:
Hey guys, what do you think about this? I've noticed that my camera lens is all scratched up (even though I'm extremely gentle on my phone and never have it in an abrasive environment) and after seeing the tempered glass screen protectors, I was wondering why no one does this with the camera lens? If it's a glass protector then it shouldn't affect the image quality at all...
So here is my suggestion, that we all email requests to iloom at their support email address ([email protected]) requesting this... What do you think?
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Had mine since release, and it is flawless as well... no case either....
Man... Yeah I think I may have a flawed lens or something... It must come back to a quality control problem at lg. Mine has scratches all over it and I have had a case on it since the 8th day mark, and I'm very gentle on this phone. You both have Verizon or at&t?
AT&T...
My response to my email below:
"Thank you for your inquiry!
You know, I've never actually heard of any lens protectors and it seems interesting. That being said, please note that our glass screen protectors have optical transmittance of 92% and higher, but it may reduce the image quality due to that as well. We'll be looking into this matter
Thanks again!
Best regards,
Luke Lee"
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It would need to made out of Sapphire, the iPhones have it already on their camera lens.
Yah, the lens position concerned me a bit with the phone naked. However with a case it'd take some real work to scratch it up.
pmoradi2002 said:
It would need to made out of Sapphire, the iPhones have it already on their camera lens.
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Doesn't Sapphire come with it's own set of problems? i.e. I recall reading about purple prone lens flares.
G2 lens is sapphire btw...
I've had mine for about a week with no issue with the camera lens. I've never had any issues with any of my previous phone cameras other than prints and smudges. Just wipe and go. It's either user or bad/lemon product.
in_dmand said:
Hey guys, what do you think about this? I've noticed that my camera lens is all scratched up (even though I'm extremely gentle on my phone and never have it in an abrasive environment) and after seeing the tempered glass screen protectors, I was wondering why no one does this with the camera lens? If it's a glass protector then it shouldn't affect the image quality at all...
So here is my suggestion, that we all email requests to iloom at their support email address ([email protected]) requesting this... What do you think?
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My friend, you have micro cracks in your glass, I've returned 2 phones because of this. If you get light to reflect of the surface of the glass you'll see the surface is clean, they are internal stress cracks, same thing happened with the Asus transformer tf201. Look up cracked screen and you'll see tons of posts about that problem.
in_dmand said:
Man... Yeah I think I may have a flawed lens or something... It must come back to a quality control problem at lg. Mine has scratches all over it and I have had a case on it since the 8th day mark, and I'm very gentle on this phone. You both have Verizon or at&t?
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Verizon here, and I'm without a case as well. They make a good point about even the highest quality films still reducing transmittance by some degree. May not be the best idea from that standpoint.
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As far i know G2 lens is Sapphire so that thing should not hamper the image quality..and moreover we can use a good case to protect the lens from rough scratches and all..well from the beginning I am using my kickstand case with G2 and there is not even a single scratch on the lens of my phone...I got it from fommy..the case quality is quite nice and it is finely griped on the phone without making any mark signs and all..so using a good case can be only protection from these scratches
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My friend, you have micro cracks in your glass, I've returned 2 phones because of this. If you get light to reflect of the surface of the glass you'll see the surface is clean, they are internal stress cracks, same thing happened with the Asus transformer tf201. Look up cracked screen and you'll see tons of posts about that problem.
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It's not micro cracks but actual scratches...
I'll try to get pics soon... You have to look at it under bright light at the right angle.
Just wondering if anyone has them applied to your phone. I believe Nillkin sells tempered glass covers for the camera lenses. Anyone care to share pics/reviews?
My camera lens is super scratched and it affects my pictures. My warranty replacement should arrive tomorrow or soon. I don't want to keep the phone if the lens will continue to be an issue. My DUO lens and the rest of the phone are in perfect condition.
its_dale said:
Just wondering if anyone has them applied to your phone. I believe Nillkin sells tempered glass covers for the camera lenses. Anyone care to share pics/reviews?
My camera lens is super scratched and it affects my pictures. My warranty replacement should arrive tomorrow or soon. I don't want to keep the phone if the lens will continue to be an issue. My DUO lens and the rest of the phone are in perfect condition.
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You got a warranty replacement because of the scratched camera lens?
My lens also has some scratches even though I handled the phone like a raw egg... I simply don't understand why HTC uses the cheapest kind of plastic to cover the camera lens, when the rest of the phone is premium quality?!
I bought the Nillkin protector and used the camera lens protectors as well.
See my post here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52353778&postcount=384
I put the Nillkin protectors on the device as soon as I could, dunno if they'll affect the marginal camera in this thing, but the inevitable scratches, which your experience bears out, sure would.
Squpix said:
You got a warranty replacement because of the scratched camera lens?
My lens also has some scratches even though I handled the phone like a raw egg... I simply don't understand why HTC uses the cheapest kind of plastic to cover the camera lens, when the rest of the phone is premium quality?!
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yeah. I complained to ATT about how it's susceptible and I shouldn't have to pay insurance for a manufacturer error blah blah. HTC referred me to the carrier I told them.
I use the camera lens protector thst came with the Nilkin glass protector
TieNN89 said:
I use the camera lens protector thst came with the Nilkin glass protector
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How is it? Mine should be in the mail when I get home later.
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How is it? Mine should be in the mail when I get home later.
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It's pretty good I'm happy with it
Except they could of made the protector a mm or so bigger and it could of covered the whole camera hole but I suspect they didn't so it would be easier to stick on
its_dale said:
Just wondering if anyone has them applied to your phone. I believe Nillkin sells tempered glass covers for the camera lenses. Anyone care to share pics/reviews?
My camera lens is super scratched and it affects my pictures. My warranty replacement should arrive tomorrow or soon. I don't want to keep the phone if the lens will continue to be an issue. My DUO lens and the rest of the phone are in perfect condition.
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My camera lens got a large scratch on it within days of getting it, seems it's the same cheap soft plastic lens cover like all other HTC phones use, such a shame.
Lucky for me the scratch was just off the centre and doesn't seem to notice on picture quality.
To try stop any more scratches I got a martin fields screen protector, as they come with 4 x lens covers, 2 for each rear camera.
I don't notice any loss of picture quality with the protectors over the lenses, so is well worth doing.
I really wish someone would start making lens protectors on their own
Squpix said:
You got a warranty replacement because of the scratched camera lens?
My lens also has some scratches even though I handled the phone like a raw egg... I simply don't understand why HTC uses the cheapest kind of plastic to cover the camera lens, when the rest of the phone is premium quality?!
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How do people do this? I don't understand. I work in the oilfield... Lots of dirt, dust, and sand and have never scratched the lenses. Are you guys using the device naked? Not sure how else it would be possible.
tkoreaper said:
How do people do this? I don't understand. I work in the oilfield... Lots of dirt, dust, and sand and have never scratched the lenses. Are you guys using the device naked? Not sure how else it would be possible.
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Exactly what I want to know too. How is it possible? Never happened to any of my other phones. They wouldn't be replacing it for free if it wasn't possible.
It happens when you try to clean the lens when it has fingerprint smudges on it. Because it's inset, it's much more difficult to clean. I ordered a Nilkin tempered glass protector mainly just for the camera protection.
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Div033 said:
It happens when you try to clean the lens when it has fingerprint smudges on it. Because it's inset, it's much more difficult to clean. I ordered a Nilkin tempered glass protector mainly just for the camera protection.
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Same here. It arrived, but waiting for the replacement phone to come in
Div033 said:
It happens when you try to clean the lens when it has fingerprint smudges on it. Because it's inset, it's much more difficult to clean. I ordered a Nilkin tempered glass protector mainly just for the camera protection.
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What are you using to clean it???!
A paper towel is *not* suitable at all!
Only a microfibre cloth OR lens pen should be used.
In a bind something soft-ish, i.e. terrycloth, could be used.
But never use a paper towel or napkin. Way too harsh for AR coatings, for example.
If the cover is loaded with silica dusts, these should be removed with a lens pen before using any kind of material to clean.
Otherwise you will wind up with tiny scratches that work similar to a diffraction grating filter creating "star" effects around pinpoint sources, lines and and other aberrations that will definitely mar your images.
The only remedy at that point is to replace the cover or remove it completely which puts the actual camera objective lens at risk of exposure.
Slickwraps are considering making lens protectors
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52455851
I had an M8 replaced (unrelated issue) which had a bunch of scratches on the main lens cover. I treated it exactly the same as my M7 which didn't get scratches in the 6 months I owned it. I defs think HTC has changed something.
Anyway I got a lens protector with the Nillkin screen protector I bought for the replacement handset, but I mucked up the install so I took it off. Using the Nillkin one as a template, I cut out a circle from a spare M7 screen protector I had lying around. It's not pretty but it does the job perfectly.
Michealtbh said:
Slickwraps are considering making lens protectors
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52455851
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Thanks!
Weston
cpufrost said:
What are you using to clean it???!
A paper towel is *not* suitable at all!
Only a microfibre cloth OR lens pen should be used.
In a bind something soft-ish, i.e. terrycloth, could be used.
But never use a paper towel or napkin. Way too harsh for AR coatings, for example.
If the cover is loaded with silica dusts, these should be removed with a lens pen before using any kind of material to clean.
Otherwise you will wind up with tiny scratches that work similar to a diffraction grating filter creating "star" effects around pinpoint sources, lines and and other aberrations that will definitely mar your images.
The only remedy at that point is to replace the cover or remove it completely which puts the actual camera objective lens at risk of exposure.
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I used to use paper towels to clean my camera lens, but after reading about how you can remove slight imperfections and scratches by using abrasive materials, I've switched to sandpaper almost exclusively. I tried using a napkin once, but the barbecue sauce (I thought the napkin had dried) got stuck in between the cracks of the lens and device. Needless to say, I don't use napkins anymore.
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I've never heard of a "lens pen" as I have the photographic skill of an untrained rock, but luckily am familiar with microfiber cloths. However I don't see the value in carrying one around as I had no such need with my GS3, a device made almost entirely of cheap plastic. I had no issue using the cloth from my T-shirt and pants pockets (soft, light material) to clean the screen and lens.
The current scratching is minimal and is not affecting my photos. But I know that unless I act now I will have those issues you mentioned. Whether its between buying a lens pen or carrying a microfiber cloth around, I'd much rather just slap a protector on it and call it a day.
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i just ordered this incase the Nillkin doesn't work out
http://www.slickwraps.com/HTC-One-M8-Lens-Protector-p/sw-htconem8-lenspro.htm
Any recommendations? Reviews? Found some on ebay
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/182775735808
jhun80 said:
Any recommendations? Reviews? Found some on ebay
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/182775735808
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wow 6$+ for camera ... anyway check this out
https://youtu.be/t5r3r__noNU?t=2m12s
I got this
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/382221001916
vinumsv said:
wow 6$+ for camera ... anyway check this out
https://youtu.be/t5r3r__noNU?t=2m12s
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Yeah I watched that video, is it just an ordinary glass or gorilla glass?
vinumsv said:
wow 6$+ for camera ... anyway check this out
https://youtu.be/t5r3r__noNU?t=2m12s
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elbarto7 said:
I got this
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/382221001916
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It’s cheap but how long did you received it? 1-2 weeks.
They're all pretty much the same thing.
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It’s cheap but how long did you received it? 1-2 weeks.
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yeah around 2 weeks
Why would you do this? any "glass" or plastic protective coating will affect the optics of the camera.
I have one on the way but who knows when it will arrive. I purchased from a China seller for 1$ about a month ago. Ill update if it actually gets here.
Putting an additional thick piece of cheap glass on top is a bad decision if you value photo quality. It's like putting a $3 clear lens filter on a $2,000 L lens.
i also looked on ebay i want a screen protector not for the camera or front of phone but for the back of the phone, do they make a tempered glass screen protector for the back of the note 8 i can't find one
I just use dbrand skin
Amazon.. like $2
jhun80 said:
Any recommendations? Reviews? Found some on ebay
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/182775735808
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This does look like a good way to protect the camera lens. For $2.49 on Amazon/ebay I think I'll give it a try.
my 1$ TGSP rear camera from ebay came in today.
took me 5 minutes or so to apply, I would recommend using a really thin tweezer to take off the protector from its film as well as lay it on the rear camera on the phone. I dont think I would have been able to do it well with only my fingers since its such a thin and small piece of glass.
Also, it doesnt really seem like glass to me as its bendable. To me its just a harder thicker piece of plastic but maybe tempered glass is bendable? I dont know lol someone can correct me on this please.
To my eyes, and I have pretty good eyes I do not see any difference to photos. I mainly purchased this protector as I always touch the camera area when playing games in landscape mode, it really annoyed me thinking if I would eventually scratch the rear camera since my hands sometimes have dirt / dust on them
I bought these...
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B075MCL9KH/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The fingerprint sensor cover is useless in that it stops the sensor from working, but the camera protector is very thin, and fits well. I'm not entirely sure why I need 5 - I'd only need to replace one if it gets scratched to such an extent that it affects the ability to take clear pictures. I don't see any difference to the picture quality of the camera with the protector in place.
I got one of these and after 1 day I removed it.
When using flash, the light "travels" in the glass and washes out all the pictures. Also the camera seems to "notice" something there and takes a bit longer to focus every single time..
Got this phone for few weeks now and just noticed that i got scratches on the camera lens cover. I mean few weeks, really?! with case on and not placed together with any sharp objects. It's so annoying, my P10 plus is way more durable than this phone. Anyone having the same issue?.
coolraffy said:
Got this phone for few weeks now and just noticed that i got scratches on the camera lens cover. I mean few weeks, really?! with case on and not placed together with any sharp objects. It's so annoying, my P10 plus is way more durable than this phone. Anyone having the same issue?.
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I have the same scratches plus a huge one(fingernail size) on the screen. Am a bit disappointed on how easy is to scratch the phone... .
Been using since day one and there's not a scratch in sight both front and back.
giwta said:
I have the same scratches plus a huge one(fingernail size) on the screen. Am a bit disappointed on how easy is to scratch the phone... .
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I have 2 scratches on the screen too!! I’m so angry, had to buy a tempered glass...1k€ and scratched after 10 days :crying: so annoying.
Camera seems to be still ok, but I’ve bought a protector for it too (will get it next month).
No scratches here, and no protectors
giwta said:
I have the same scratches plus a huge one(fingernail size) on the screen. Am a bit disappointed on how easy is to scratch the phone... .
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I feel you. The phone price is premium so we deserve high quality build phone which is clearly not the case here.
JJay666 said:
Been using since day one and there's not a scratch in sight both front and back.
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How I wish I could turn back time :crying:
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How I wish I could turn back time :crying:
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The camera lens sticks out quite a bit. Have seen several phones like Samsung and Apple with cracked rear camera lens pieces, so I know better about that area. According to one source, they use aluminosilicate glass. Although the glass may not be exactly Gorilla Glass, Gorilla Glass itself is also aluminosilicate glass. Huawei's glass is likely a different chemical composition. The phone is the slipperiest I've ever encountered, my number one dislike about it.
There are no scratches in my situation. No case or protection has been used. Dislike cases and front tempered glass pieces. In general, careful which surfaces I lay the phone on and how I hold it. Have seen it sliding off uneven surfaces with too much ease.
Thanks for the warnings. I ordered a film protector for the curved screen and a tempered glass protector for the camera with the phone.
Isnt the screen a gorilla glass? I never dropped my phone and still Ive got a scratch on the bottom right corner of my screen. I could run my nail across it to feel the crack. Maybe it got scratched with a key or a coin. F***ng ridiculous. Never happened to any of my previous phones. I seriously doubt the quality now.
As we know ultra has big camera island any idea to protect them? I saw some special etui but its looks bad imo. Maybe some tempered glass? Is tempered glass not disturb the operation of the cameras? I don't feel confident to put my phone down, I'm always afraid that I will scratch something
I think if you put extra layer of glass on top of cameras you will get extra light reflection in some situation.
protect it. I got my cover on ebay.
A plastic film/glas protector will alter the light hitting the sensors for sure and make it worse
Also, Mi11 Ultra have Laser autofocus, not sure how that will be working with extra glass or film on top of it.
EDIT: seams like there is no laser autofocus...there is DualPixel Autofocus: https://petapixel.com/2021/02/23/samsung-unveils-new-50mp-sensor-with-next-gen-dual-pixel-autofocus/
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veimus said:
Also, Mi11 Ultra have Laser autofocus, not sure how that will be working with extra glass or film on top of it.
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maybe someone will release a rear screen protector with holes for the camera, it doesn't seem hard to do
kuba319 said:
maybe someone will release a rear screen protector with holes for the camera, it doesn't seem hard to do
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Some cases already have holes for the camera, in a few more weeks the case selection will be much larger on ebay , aliexpress and all those asian shopping sites
I ordered this one, I will let u know how it works.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002413657479.html
best option, imho, will be a sort of window that slide when i want to use cameras...