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screen protectors

how many of you guys are using screen protectors? im using one, but it keeps getting dirty every 2 weeks. im beginning to think if its even necessary to have one for my device.

It depends on what you mean by dirty. In a way you have answered your own question. If you didn't have a screen protector, your screen is potentially left open to abrasive scratches. My understanding is that once a screen is scratched, tough. It's much easier to replace a protector than a damaged screen.
I didn't realise how delicate screen protectors were when I applied the one that came with the MDA. I've just replaced my original thin protector with a Hightec one from durasec £7.95 from Ebay. They also do thinner ones for less. Like everything in life, you get what you pay for.
Bottom line is the standard motto. Prevention is better than cure.

I am using a Covertec one, and it is fine since a while (more then 2 month).

Boxwave
I'm very happy with the Boxwave clear protector.

I wouldnt go without my brando screen protector ... been using them since my P900 had no problems with dirt or scratches ..

Brando
I use Brando as well. It's the best.

I use 3M, is't 3M the best?

I'm using the brando ultra clear but the application was fudged up; for some reason there was already dust on the screen protector despite it still being seal :shock:. I peeled it off, start applying when I realized that it was leaving marks on the screen.
Washed it then reapplied and in the process, I managed to drop my cutter on it , blade first, and there's a small scratch on one corner.
Definitely going to have to have another go. With respect to clarity and responsiveness, I find it to be unresponsive if the application was poor but otherwise, suits me fine and nobody could tell it was applied except due to the fact that there's a scratch on it. Anyone got any tips? I washed with cool water and no detergents. Should I use any detergents?

what kinda protectors u guys use, i mean thin or hard. I had a belkin thin screen protector on my jam and it worked perfectly for more than a year, then i sodl the device and got the O2 XDA mini s, now i am looking for some decent screen protector.
what do u guys recommend, hard or thin?

This is probably heresy, but I have had my phone for 6 months and have never used a protector and there isn't one scratch. I travel about 80% a year for work to boot. But it usually travels in my pocket as opposed to a bag or something.

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i was waiting to hear that...6 months in your pocket and no scratch? thats pretty good..because i keep mine in my pocket all the time..if i ever throw it in a bag..i use the case it came with.

I just got a Martin Shields and love it. Took a little getting used to having to press a little harder, but it's great and I can't even tell it's on there.

by the way, how do I uninstall the old screen protector?
It has many scratchs over it and even more dust particles under it...

I'm using the BoxWave ClearTouch screen protector. I love it. I can barely tell it's on. I highly recommend it. It was kind of a pain to get on properly, but what screen protector isn't.

Does AT&T Tilt come with a pre-installed screen protector??

Hello, I have found various results when I googled this question about if the AT&T Tilt comes with a screen protector pre-installed on it. Does anyone here know or can verify if it does or doesn't? I have a good screen protector that I got at "www.pocketpctechs.com", but I won't install it of there is already a factory installed screen protector.
Thanks!!

tk123456789 said:
Hello, I have found various results when I googled this question about if the AT&T Tilt comes with a screen protector pre-installed on it. Does anyone here know or can verify if it does or doesn't? I have a good screen protector that I got at "www.pocketpctechs.com", but I won't install it of there is already a factory installed screen protector.
Thanks!!
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No mine didn't come pre-install. But it did came with a screen protector. I try putting it on but I messed up and it got all dirty so I just threw it out.

Mine also came with a screen protector in the box and I also messed mine up and got a few small bubbles under it. What is the secret for removing it?

So basically, the AT&T Tilt comes with a screen protector but it is not pre-installed, right? I am NOT talking about the Unlocked TYTN II from HTC just to clarify.

luckystrike6 said:
Mine also came with a screen protector in the box and I also messed mine up and got a few small bubbles under it. What is the secret for removing it?
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it's ok if there are few small bubbles under it. it will go away after one or two weeks.

tk123456789 said:
So basically, the AT&T Tilt comes with a screen protector but it is not pre-installed, right? I am NOT talking about the Unlocked TYTN II from HTC just to clarify.
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YES I'm talking about the AT&T Tilt. The one that AT&T shipped to me. The one with the WHITE AT&T LOGO on the top right. The one with the BLUE KEYPAD.

ZzFDKzZ said:
YES I'm talking about the AT&T Tilt. The one that AT&T shipped to me. The one with the WHITE AT&T LOGO on the top right. The one with the BLUE KEYPAD.
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Lol! Such wit!

My HTC TyTN II came with one pre-installed and one in the box.
The pre-installed one is, how to say it gently, total crap..

luckystrike6 said:
Mine also came with a screen protector in the box and I also messed mine up and got a few small bubbles under it. What is the secret for removing it?
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you will have to take up the corner where the bubble is the closest.
To take up a corner the easy way, just use a bit of Scotch tape on that corner sticking half of it to the protector and puling on the other half. Use a can of compressed air to blow on both the screen and protector. That's because it might be a dust particle that's stuck which could be causing the bubble. After that, lay it back down. I suggest doing all this in a humid washroom to avoid more dust particles. If you still have the bubble, you have to take the whole protector off and wash it. That's how I've been doing it for years.

I've been using the WriteShield protector from PPCtech and I believe they make one of the best out there, so even if there is one pre-installed on your device I would change it.
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tk123456789 said:
Hello, I have found various results when I googled this question about if the AT&T Tilt comes with a screen protector pre-installed on it. Does anyone here know or can verify if it does or doesn't? I have a good screen protector that I got at "www.pocketpctechs.com", but I won't install it of there is already a factory installed screen protector.
Thanks!!
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Mine TILT came with a screen protector in the box. I'm looking for a new one. Its ok, but the corner is messed up from when I took the backing off.

I highly recommend the ones from BoxWave.
http://www.boxwave.com/products/cle...h-crystal-screen-protector-at_t-tilt_2906.htm
or
http://www.boxwave.com/products/cleartouch/cleartouch-screen-protector-at_t-tilt_2906.htm (if you prefer a matte finish)
I've used the 'crystal' one (first link) on my 8585 and now my Tilt and love it. It's much better than the one that comes with the Tilt.

Thanks to everyone for the advise on removing the screen protector.
Waichai - you were absolutely correct. I took another look at the screen and indeed all the bubbles are gone.

Another vote for Boxwave
I second the vote for using Boxwave screen protectors. Just installed 4 of them on our family Tilts and they are awesome. I also used them on my Treo 700wx previously.

The screen protector comes in the box, not installed. This is what I did. I peeled the protector off the wax paper, and held it by the edges so as not to put fingerprints on the adhesive. I carefully aligned the protector and lightly dropped it on the screen. Starting from the bottom edge I started running my thumb accross the screen, working my way up. When I got to the top I had a perfectly aligned screen protector with almost no air bubbles. The few air bubbles on the screen are tiny, and only visible upon a very close inspection of the screen. I do not even notice them through ordinary/daily use.
-Jay

No to the Smartphone Experts
I wouldn't suggest the Smartphone experts "3 custom screen protectors" for the ATT 8925. I too screwed up the ATT in-the-box shipped protector, and bought these. After meticulously lining up the top corners, making sure I didn't have any fingerprints, holding my breath for 3 minutes, and gradually moving the protector across the screen, it ends up being about a 1/8th inch short on the bottom. Stated differently, it doesn't fit snuggly. I wouldn't waste your money on these, and I'm going to try the boxwave ones, and trash the remaining 2 of the smartphone experts' ones.

I messed up the inbox ATT screen protector too.
I then cut a piece of film from one of those transparencys for projectors. Just a little bit longer and wider than the phone screen on each edge, then squeeze it in. It works perfectly except way too slippery.

Screen Material

This may seem like a stupid question but: The screen is made out of plastic, not glass, right? How easily does it scratch? How does it do in a pocket without a case?
Thanks

Put it this way; I'm very careful what I put in my pocket with the phone, definitely no keys, coins or lighters. I took off the sony screen protector because it doesn't even cover the whole screen, and you'd need to cut off the tab on one corner if you were to use it permenantely.
I have a very basic carphone warehouse "cut to fit" protector on mine now, the protector itself isn't particularly scratch resistant (that is to say it's sh!t) but at least the screen doesn't take a beating.
One thing I do kindof like is that I've cut the protector down to such a size that it pops just under and between the bevel and the screen. It was bloody difficult to get the thing in there properly and without any dust, but worth it imo for the final result.

always use a screen protector, that way you don't need to bother having care of the screen.
once the protector is scratched, remove and put a new one.
I used the stock one 5-6 days ti'll the Martin Fields I ordered came to my house.
Also I bought a Waterfield suede jacket that fits perfectily the xperia and is really thin, but protects from scratches the x1 itself.

Thank you for the replies! I should order these along with my phone?
http://www.sfbags.com/products/cellphonecases/cellphonecases.htm
http://www.martinfields.com/US/productdec.asp?pid=4181&modeln=&model=

Screen Protector - A Must?

How many of you are using a screen protector?
I just can't install this damn thing without making bubbles between the screen
and the screen protector.
Tried putting invisible shield today which covers the entire device. it came with
some spray to avoid dust but i'm still not happy with it. on the back it's ok, but
the front shield was so ugly and unclear that made me to remove it and now
i'm with no front protector at all.
The screen is more clear now but i'm afraid to scratch it.
Does anyone know how to install the screen protector in a way which it will be
totally unnoticeable?

I haven't ever used one, I find they make the screen less responsive. I do have a few scratches on my screen though but they are invisible when the screen is backlit...

GoldCoin said:
How many of you are using a screen protector?
I just can't install this damn thing without making bubbles between the screen
and the screen protector.
Tried putting invisible shield today which covers the entire device. it came with
some spray to avoid dust but i'm still not happy with it. on the back it's ok, but
the front shield was so ugly and unclear that made me to remove it and now
i'm with no front protector at all.
The screen is more clear now but i'm afraid to scratch it.
Does anyone know how to install the screen protector in a way which it will be
totally unnoticeable?
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Your screen protector is a must as scratches can appear on your screen very easily without it.
As for the bubbles I've managed to get mine on with only a couple of bubbles around the speaker & 3G camera. Doesn't bother me to much any more
Try this thread as it has a number of recommendations on which is the best screen protector to use

Yes, the screen protector is a must!
Especially for a device with such a huge display. I have read here about cracked displays and I am sure that screen protectors give added resistance against cracking (besides their primary function against scratches).
It takes PATIENCE to apply one though. I wasted 2 before i managed to put one flawlessly (well almost)
Some of the protectors can be washed and re-applied.

Do you really think it has some impact on the way the screen respond ? Does the screen protector makes the bends more noticeable when you press on the center of the screen ?

I've used my Universal for over 3 years with no scrren protector, and there is a mark in the top right where the X icon is but no other issues. However the Universal is a clam shell design so the scrren is protected when it's in my pocket. I don't think I'd want to use the HD without one.
I couldn't fit the screen protector that came with the HD properly because it has to be done with microscopic precision. However I bought 6 protecoter for £3 on Ebay from Ecell and am very happy. They're much easier to fit because they're a fraction smaller, plus you can use a couple to practice with and still have spares left over.

I use the protector from day one and I can't imagine not using it. It's just too much of a risk, and by watching my used protectors, how they're covered with scratches, some of them quite big and quite deep. I would not want to have this permanently on my screen.
I have bought some additional protectors as well. I predict I will be changing protectors every 3 or 4 months.
I have no idea why everyone seems to have so much problems with applying them. It was very easy for me to apply both the stock protector and the Brando protector. Just clean the front screen as thoroughly as possible with a piece of cloth that does not leave those small fabric hairs. I used a cleaning cloth for glasses, and put a few drops of window cleaning fluid as well to remove eventual grease.
After that it was piece of cake. Started at the top and just rolled down the protector in one smooth move. Had 1 bubble, which I simply pushed to the edge of protector until it was gone.
I reccomend you do all of this in a dust-free environment. Bathroom is a good place, for example. Let the dust settle for like 20 minutes before going in. Avoid rooms which have carpets and such stuff.

I used mine for the first month+ without the screen protector and sustained no scratches. I have one on now simply because one day I was putting stuff away, saw the screen protector, put it to my HD and it went on perfectly without trying, so I decided to keep it on.

GoldCoin said:
How.....unnoticeable?
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GoldCoin,
Have you tried buying on from a phone shop and asking them to install?
I installed mine as soon as I removed the "do not sit down with the HD in your pocket warning" Best way to ensure that the screen is clean. Took a couple of attemps to get it started but a little effort and I got it. Left with a small bubble round the ear piece and one top right, but that looks like a slight defect in the protector as the alignment looks almost perfect.
When installing, I peeled back a portion of the protector and aligned it best I could - incidentally, I placed the HD back in the foam that it came in to hold it firm. Without peeling any more off I try to gauge the alignment. If I think is good to go, I slowly peel the backing whilst rubbing my finger back and forth across the area just stuck down.
Here's another suggestion. PSP Screen Protector installation
Good Luck,

Yes, it's a must!
I use a screenprotector and it has lot's of scratches on it, which otherwise would be on the screen itself

Absolutely!
I Use clear-coat and are very satisfied (had it on my diamond as well and have it on my psp)
Once you get a mark on the display u will regret going without.

Thank you all for sharing your opinions. already ordered a Brando protector + 3 extra just in case i will mess things up again.
Following Rozenthal advice i think i'll apply it in the bathroom this time and not in my dusty workroom.

Bubbles are not problem. After installing screen protector just take you credit card. You can remove all bubbles with credit card.

Just adding my two pennies worth. I haven't ever used a screen protector on any of my previous phones. However Touch HD is a little bit special (as we know) so I invested. The one that came with was utter....well it was naff. I bought an invisible shield but some areas didn't dry and adhese correctly....so I opted for Exim...now this was awesome....a few attempts later and I have it installed with no bubbles at all using a credit card to apply.
(Top Tip: use selotape to remove any unwanted dirt from the screen before installing....the static tends to draw dust to it straight out of the packet....helped me anyway!)

GoldCoin said:
Thank you all for sharing your opinions. already ordered a Brando protector + 3 extra just in case i will mess things up again.
Following Rozenthal advice i think i'll apply it in the bathroom this time and not in my dusty workroom.
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For what it's worth, it wouldn't hurt to use a can of dust remover or compressed air to spray the area before applying. Worked for me. Just a thought.

Does the normal screen protector that comes in the box makes the screen feels like bending when u press on it ? in the center specifically ? and makes you need to press harder when u tap ?

Invisible shield on mine and wouldn't be without a screen protector on any of my devices with my way of using them and pocketing them they tend to get scratched but loving the invisible shield. Should be installed at the factory imo

Jezwick said:
... I find they make the screen less responsive....
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I've always used one, XDA mini, Kaiser and now the THD.
In all cases I've found the sensitivity is affected but to varying degrees.
In each case I've used tweaking tools to change the sensitivity back to acceptable levels.

But im only concerned to know. Does makes the screen feels like bending when u press on it ? I already know that all resistive screens do what i am talking about but does it increase when using a protector ?

Xeon said:
But im only concerned to know. Does makes the screen feels like bending when u press on it ? I already know that all resistive screens do what i am talking about but does it increase when using a protector ?
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I haven't experienced this with the Exim protector I am using. In fact...it's as though there is nothing there....even when swiping!

Putting on InvisibleSHIELD...

So, I was putting on my InvisibleSHIELD full body armor earlier... but no matter what I did there are still quite a few small bubbles under the screen protector. The sides and the back are fine except for the piece between the headset port and the proximity sensor where it leaves with a bit of space which won't fit perfectly around the corner.
Will the bubbles on the front screen gone after a while? What should I do with that piece next to the proximity sensor?
Thanks!

QuadESL63 said:
So, I was putting on my InvisibleSHIELD full body armor earlier... but no matter what I did there are still quite a few small bubbles under the screen protector. The sides and the back are fine except for the piece between the headset port and the proximity sensor where it leaves with a bit of space which won't fit perfectly around the corner.
Will the bubbles on the front screen gone after a while? What should I do with that piece next to the proximity sensor?
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Did you remove the pre installed Screen Protector?, which imo does a very good job and is the first phone I have owned installed from the factory.

Give it 2 days. All the microbubbles will go away.
I put this on my 17" laptop. It was next to impossible to remove them, but after several days they all went away.

Im still waiting do install mine, the 12hours dry time just makes it a little hard.
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Did you remove the pre installed Screen Protector?, which imo does a very good job and is the first phone I have owned installed from the factory.
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Its hard to call it screen protector. I already have few scratches with using the pouch. So from me i can only give it a big D.

yoshik777 said:
Im still waiting do install mine, the 12hours dry time just makes it a little hard.
Its hard to call it screen protector. I already have few scratches with using the pouch. So from me i can only give it a big D.
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Well it's doing it's job then as the screen protector, you will hopefully always be able to take off the factory installed protector and find a pristine screen underneath.
I hate fitting screen protectors myself, they always looks a mess so I am glad that this phone came with one factory fitted.

My factory fitted screen protecting film was set quite badly, it had little wrinkle and couple big air bubbles so I took it away and set the one that came with the phone, its been working good except lately it has start going off from my screen corner for no reason? it just won't stick anymore.

2 3 days and bubbles will be all gone worked on mine..... invisibleshield works really well

If you end up with any larger bubbles or some that don't seem to go away (which most all of them should disappear on their own) you can get yourself a very fine needle and poke as small a hole in the bubble as possible and use a damp cloth to push out the air.
Put one on my old iphone and as soon as i did my dog took to the texture and started chewing it I ended up with a "flap" if you will and even that smoothed out nicely over time. Great product, although the smaller pieces will eventually start peeling off at the edges. Mine is in the mail from Zagg for my new X10. Being very careful with it until then.

Double screen protection
When you opened the box the screen has a film used for shipping. Some have said that this film was bubbled. Than under that film is real screen protector that is already attached to the phone. A second screen protector is in the box and is an extra.
To be clear there are three films to protect the screen.
1) shipping film covering the screen and a screen protector that is attached underneath this to the screen itself. (often bubbled) (easy to remove)
2) the actual screen protector that is already attached to the screen and is under the shipping film. (look very closely and you can see the edge) (will not come off easily)
3) spare screen protector to be used at a later time.
Sounds to me like you boys put a screen protector on top of a screen protector

There was already a real screen protector? like i thought i saw on my htc touch? which was hard to pull of but i did it, after that the phone didn't react to touching anymore, oops! it was the layer of the screen responsible for receiving pressure from touching.. i hope it isnt the same with this phone.. that would really suck

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There was already a real screen protector? like i thought i saw on my htc touch? which was hard to pull of but i did it, after that the phone didn't react to touching anymore, oops! it was the layer of the screen responsible for receiving pressure from touching.. i hope it isnt the same with this phone.. that would really suck
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well the touch had a resistive type screen the x10 has a capacitive type.
so peelin of the pre applied on the x10 makes no diff.
but remember the pre applied film is less a screen protector and more a shatter proof sheet which helps to keep the piece of glass together in case the screen breaks..

ok, thanks for the information, now i know it wont kill my phone to take it off, which im not going to do, also then i know i dont have to be worried to death about scratching my screen
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so I really cant tell here if you guys have removed the factory installed protector prior to placing the Zagg sheild on or not.
If yes, how the heck did you get it off?? And if no, did it seem to affect the responsiveness of the screen?
I have my protector and I just want to make sure whether or not I should or should not remove the film (protector or not it is frigin on there......tight).

I just peeled of the preinstalled screen protector with my fingernails (i probably have to cut them ). It took me about 30 secs and was quite easy to do. I wouldn't recommend anything sharper than your fingernails. Using your own body is the easiest way, because you have full control of your finger and get a "feedback" on how to remove the screen protector.
My InvisibleSHIELD is drying since 18 hours and I'm gonna wait till it dried 24 hours. I'll tell you in a few hours if there are any differences between a XPERIA with a preinstalled screen protector and a XPERIA without a preinstalled screen protector but an InvisibleSHIELD.
Have a nice day

well I just went ahead and put the screen on right over the preinstalled one, and I must say that I got it on there about as precisely as is possible. No bubbles and it looks great! Also no change in screen responsiveness as im using right now with swype keyboard. Works perfect.
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Ok, I couldn't wait to use my phone again, so I powered it on and in case of responsiveness there aren't any changes with the preapplied one removed and the InvisibleSHIELD installed. I'm even more amazed by the white one now, because it now has some kind of grip on its backside. Before installing the shield it was definitively too slippery.