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Do I need a screen protector?

I haven't recieved my phone yet, so my question is.
Do i need a screen protector or is the screen of the hd2 scratsfree?

looks like it is scratchproof

20mihalko said:
looks like it is scratchproof
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Ok thanks, so a little bit like glass?

if we are spending 500 euro on a device, what we are going to lose in spending 10-15 more? prevention is better.always.
BTW, I have ordered a screen protector along with my HD2 preorder

For that kind of dough they should have included one, they do with most all their other lines currently.

Alfredos said:
Ok thanks, so a little bit like glass?
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Feels solid like glass. The only bad thing about it, its a fingerprint magnet, and reflects light a lot.

Nothing is scratch proof, except for the hardest material (= very expensive ). One tiny sand particle can mess up an entire iphone screen within seconds.
Edit: I should add that of course a glass screen would be "less prone" to scratches in general than some form of polymer. So if you do not want to worry about scratching the screen, get a screen protector. If not, you'll probably be fine, but it's not guaranteed.

according to a review, the screen is made of special material, put screen protector will slow down the response. but it is still a good idea to protect it.

The term "special material" has a broad meaning. But yes, a screenprotector can interfere with the response, though I'm sure a screenprotector of a special material can be made as well, so it will have an insignificant influence on the response of the screen (see what I did there? ).

Benjiro said:
Feels solid like glass. The only bad thing about it, its a fingerprint magnet, and reflects light a lot.
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It's a great surface to use it as a mirror

Zero Masamune said:
It's a great surface to use it as a mirror
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Yeah, this is before it get scratches on it

I'm surprised no one has pointed out the capacitive screen responds only to fingers.....well maybe a special stylus, but I think you'll agree most of us will be using our fingers......
So in that event, what's the purpose of a screen protector?

audscott said:
I'm surprised no one has pointed out the capacitive screen responds only to fingers.....well maybe a special stylus, but I think you'll agree most of us will be using our fingers......
So in that event, what's the purpose of a screen protector?
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True, your finger won't scratch the screen, however when you have your phone in your pocket and say with some coins or keys or in your bag a screen protector will be very handy to protect your expensive gadget.

why_999 said:
True, your finger won't scratch the screen, however when you have your phone in your pocket and say with some coins or keys or in your bag a screen protector will be very handy to protect your expensive gadget.
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Would that be a man bag?

audscott said:
Would that be a man bag?
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...lol I dont have one but there is nothing wrong with a man bag... and I think there is a few girls on these forum

uh - yeah
I'm a girl and I do carry a small purse. I think I will have to investigate screen protectors. Don't want one that will interrupt the touch capabilities but I'm sure someone makes them. Better to be safe than sorry. I keep my phones for a couple of years. Not much worse than a scratched screen.

I will definitely put one on, not because I'm worried about the glass being scratched but I want an anti-glare protector which should help with fingerprints, smudges, glare and help a teeny weeny bit with sunlight legibility.

citrix80 said:
according to a review, the screen is made of special material, put screen protector will slow down the response. but it is still a good idea to protect it.
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This may be so for resistive screens, but for the HD2 which uses a capacitive screen I think a screen protector would make no difference.
And about a response, either its there or its not I don't think it would be slowed down lol.
I am considering purchasing a 'BodyGuardz' screen protector which is meant to be really good. Maybe anyone else who is going to by a screen protector should take a look. Its basically a cheaper version of InvisibleShield

I would definitely put on a screen protector the moment I unbox it.
Not just the screen protector, but also a case (I prefer a silicon soft case) for the side and back of the phone.

Alfredos said:
I haven't recieved my phone yet, so my question is.
Do i need a screen protector or is the screen of the hd2 scratsfree?
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tested the phone for a while and no need off protector

Dropped my Evo now have a couple scuffs on my screen how should I fix?

Please hold back your remarks about screen protectors this was a replacement, only the second day I had it, didnt have a chance to purchase one.

Joeriginal said:
Please hold back your remarks about screen protectors this was a replacement, only the second day I had it, didnt have a chance to purchase one.
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Think you could post a pic of the damage? if it's not too deep, i've heard of people using this product called applesauce that is supposed to give really good results. Maybe try that out and see how it works. Good luck to you, hope you get the scuffs out

You could try rubbing compound which is used on watches and things.

zone23 said:
You could try rubbing compound which is used on watches and things.
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Yeah, just thought of this after I read this post but you can also try the stuff that is used to fill in cracks for car windshields.

light scuffs
I've heard that white toothpaste can be used on light scuffs on plastic.
or perhaps Brasso polish?

The screen on the evo is made of gorilla glass, not plastic. Therefore acid based compounds such as applesauce or lcd scuff removers on the market would not work. The famous banana slice/peel trick doesn't work here either. Some compounds for watches only clean the surface of the glass and remove dirt from within the scratches, making the scratch less visible.
Your best bet is to clean the glass to remove all dirt then install a screen protector like invisibleshield to mask the scratches. This will work better since a liquid solution (usually 1 part soap and 9 parts water) is applied to the screen so you can squeegee out all the air during installation. The only downside to this is the texture feels like apple skin and screen clarity is affected...maybe 15-20%.

myenhdl said:
The screen on the evo is made of gorilla glass
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No, it's not. Just regular glass.

myenhdl said:
The screen on the evo is made of gorilla glass, not plastic. Therefore acid based compounds such as applesauce or lcd scuff removers on the market would not work. The famous banana slice/peel trick doesn't work here either. Some compounds for watches only clean the surface of the glass and remove dirt from within the scratches, making the scratch less visible.
Your best bet is to clean the glass to remove all dirt then install a screen protector like invisibleshield to mask the scratches. This will work better since a liquid solution (usually 1 part soap and 9 parts water) is applied to the screen so you can squeegee out all the air during installation. The only downside to this is the texture feels like apple skin and screen clarity is affected...maybe 15-20%.
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Not sure if it's made of Gorilla glass-- not saying that it scratches easily (because it probably doesn't), but I found I had a two very,very slight surface scratches on the screen after babying it for a month (always put it in an empty pocket with no keys/coins/etc, never set it face down, etc).
In any case, I wouldn't try using toothpaste, brasso, or any other solution on the screen except for an eyeglass/electronic screen cleaner as you'll probably end up creating more noticable scratches. Just clean the screen as well as you can, and throw on a screen protector, and you'll probably never notice the scratch-- most very small scratches are only noticable when viewing the screen at a very oblique angle to catch a reflected light source, and the screen protector blocks this.
Also, I wouldn't recommend the ZAGG. I had never used a ZAGG screen protector before, but have heard great things about them, and I'm not particularly picky or sensitive about screen protectors. However, I found the Zagg protector had a horrible rubbery feel to it, and gave the screen a really bad and noticable orange peel effect (actually, the effect seemed more like the screen was behind a 1/4" layer of ice). I put on a cheapo $1.99 screen protector from Gizmo Dorks (on Amazon.com), and the difference was like night and day-- the screen was just as smooth and clear as the original glass.

I have a few too... Leave it be and after a couple weeks you'll forget you even have them.

Can we buy the glass yet for this phone? I replace iPhone 3G and 3GS glass on an almost daily basis at work.

You don't have insurance on it???

myn said:
You don't have insurance on it???
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He might... but I'm not sure a $100 deductible + limited further coverage is worth a few small scuffs. I guess it depends on how bad they are, but if they are anything like mine it totally would not be worth it.

You should be more carefull with your EVO.
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Kooper113 said:
No, it's not. Just regular glass.
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No, it is Gorilla glass.

n64kps said:
No, it is Gorilla glass.
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Since the debate is going back n forth about the glass.....what is the difference between the two? Sure i could search but since there's a debate I think it should be explained this thread...

I looked all over and can't find anything confirming it's Gorilla Glass so I assume it's not. Plus I wouldn't find so many people with easily cracked screens if it was...
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http://www.androidcentral.com/evo-4g-screen-scratch-test-isnt-pretty - no scratches

I watched that when I got my EVO back in June but don't have the balls to try it. Some of the pics online of cracked screens still make me wonder and NERVOUS!
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n64kps said:
No, it is Gorilla glass.
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Can you post where you got this proof?

n64kps said:
No, it is Gorilla glass.
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If you are so sure of yourself, why don't you post a video of yourself stabbing the screen with a ball-point pen to prove that it's really Gorilla Glass?

SGS II Camera Protection?

I had my first hairline scratch for SGS2 within 4 days of usage. Probably the Oleophobic coating it had which is more prone than Gorilla Glass.
I hurried to get a Screen protector but what about the camera?
Nobody in the forum seemed to be concerned about giving the 8MP's a decent protection.
Anyone here use a old SP on the lens or leave it as it is?
For a scratch-phobia user like me, probably not leaving chances to luck.

mystril said:
I had my first hairline scratch for SGS2 within 4 days of usage. Probably the Oleophobic coating it had which is more prone than Gorilla Glass.
It is Gorilla Glass
I hurried to get a Screen protector but what about the camera?
make one out of a screen protector .
jje
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I stick a smiley sticker on the back under the camera so it doesn't touch the surface when I leave it on the table.
Or you may trying cutting a piece from a screnprotector...

mystril said:
I had my first hairline scratch for SGS2 within 4 days of usage. Probably the Oleophobic coating it had which is more prone than Gorilla Glass.
I hurried to get a Screen protector but what about the camera?
Nobody in the forum seemed to be concerned about giving the 8MP's a decent protection.
Anyone here use a old SP on the lens or leave it as it is?
For a scratch-phobia user like me, probably not leaving chances to luck.
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Once I fixed a piece of a screen protector (which corresponded to area of the home button) on the camera's glass but it made my pictures terrible, specially because I covered the flash also. then I removed it. However it was one of the cheapest screen protector. A crystal clear one might be a different story.

mystril said:
I had my first hairline scratch for SGS2 within 4 days of usage. Probably the Oleophobic coating it had which is more prone than Gorilla Glass.
I hurried to get a Screen protector but what about the camera?
Nobody in the forum seemed to be concerned about giving the 8MP's a decent protection.
Anyone here use a old SP on the lens or leave it as it is?
For a scratch-phobia user like me, probably not leaving chances to luck.
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I'm using martin shields screen protector, it comes with the protector for camera lens as well.
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I use two magnets and a washer for protecting it.... here is a video showing it with my old Galaxy S battery cover....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-8P-xy32Tg&hd=1

Isn't compass showing towards your camera all the time?

I bought the SGP Ultra Capsule case for SGS2. It makes the phone about 1-2 mm thicker so when you put the phone on a flat surface the camera stays intact. Same goes for the screen. I've never used or even liked phone cases before but this case is awesome, my friends didn't even notice my phone had a case It also comes with a Crystal Clear screen protector so you can cut it to make a piece for your camera.
Oh and about the screen. The SGS2 screen is made of Gorilla Glass and has oleophobic coating. Oleophobic coating is not a glass type but coating, something that is added on top of the glass. And that coating doesn't scratch so you can't say that SGS2 is more prone to scratches due to the coating.

StupidIdea said:
Isn't compass showing towards your camera all the time?
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Yes, the compass is the only disadvantage... But I dont use it, I prefer protecting the camera...

Jiia said:
I bought the SGP Ultra Capsule case for SGS2. It makes the phone about 1-2 mm thicker so when you put the phone on a flat surface the camera stays intact. Same goes for the screen. I've never used or even liked phone cases before but this case is awesome, my friends didn't even notice my phone had a case It also comes with a Crystal Clear screen protector so you can cut it to make a piece for your camera.
Oh and about the screen. The SGS2 screen is made of Gorilla Glass and has oleophobic coating. Oleophobic coating is not a glass type but coating, something that is added on top of the glass. And that coating doesn't scratch so you can't say that SGS2 is more prone to scratches due to the coating.
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Yeap you're right. It should be the scratch-resistant (not proof) gorilla glass. I must make it clear that the scratch is a negligible hairline that only shows when screen's off.
I probably get a cheap crystal protector for the camera. Can't risk getting the goodness scratched =[

kirdroid said:
I'm using martin shields screen protector, it comes with the protector for camera lens as well.
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How is the screen protector like? I purchased a Matte Screen Protector and hell it makes my Super Amoled screen like rainbow glitter all over my screen. Especially the whites.
Worst money spent on a SP.

enough with cheap screen protector.
Try brando ultraclear and you won't regret it (brando don't pay me).
jokes aside, i had a pleomax screen protector with anti fingerprint treatment that work but the colors were bad. With the brando now i have the fingerprint but the colors are perfect and it's like there is not protector on the screen.
10+

sar3vok said:
enough with cheap screen protector.
Try brando ultraclear and you won't regret it (brando don't pay me).
jokes aside, i had a pleomax screen protector with anti fingerprint treatment that work but the colors were bad. With the brando now i have the fingerprint but the colors are perfect and it's like there is not protector on the screen.
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thanks man!
right now there're a few major downsides to SP for SGS2
Anti Fingerprint SP
+No Smudges
- Rainbow speckled display can drive some people mad when the purpose of SGS2 is it's beautiful AMOLED display. I mean, whats the point? Lol.
Crystal Clear SP
+Almost Naked SP
- Smudges.
Note: I am not too sure the extent of smudges on SP affecting user experiences.
But in short, with respect to thread's subject, I find many people have really unique ways to Sealing their SGS2 from wear and tear and by far the Magnet cover is the most creative and unique.
Solutions to SP for Camera
1) Get Martin Field's SP. They come with Camera SP. But they're only ones to do so.
2) Get a cheap crystal SP
3) Use a expensive SP just for the Camera SP.
Afterthoughts
I can't seem to abandon the thought of leaving the camera's glass Naked. I feel so uneasy when I lay it on the table, not knowing when some loose staplers or sand strikes/scratches.
Meanwhile I leave it to my case' thickness to safeguard my camera's glass for the time being...

Using the S-pen on a naked screen

I don't have a screen protector on my Note since they tend to hinder the brilliant display (the clear ones retain too many fingerprints for my liking), but as a result I must be extra careful when handling the phone.
I haven't gotten any scratches yet, but I'm always nervous about using the S-pen on a naked screen. Has anyone out there had any problems with S-pen scratches, or am I just being too paranoid?
Thanks in advance, guys.

I've used my Note both with and without screen protector now, and in both cases it really feels like you're scratching the screen. You get the feeling it's sharp pen or something, but when you carefully examine the S-Pen you'll notice that it's rounded and not sharp at all. I don't think it'll get your screen scratched, because that would produce a lot of complaints.
My Note doesn't have any scratches yet, and I've used the pen quite alot. So I don't think you have to worry as long as the S-Pen is in good state.

No, you should not worry about the s pen scratching the screen.
I use the SGP Steinheil ultra olephobic. If you get a good application, you cannot see it and it really does cut down on finger and face oils.
Using the S pens is just like writing on the screen!

Beethoven9th said:
......but I'm always nervous about using the S-pen on a naked screen. Has anyone out there had any problems with S-pen scratches, or am I just being too paranoid?
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If you are afraid that your screen is being scratched by accident, there is no other answer or tips to prevent little scratches to appear after usage than put an invisible shield on it.

you are afraid that you will scratch a gorilla glass equipped phone with a plastic tip of the spen ???

nbass668 said:
you are afraid that you will scratch a gorilla glass equipped phone with a plastic tip of the spen ???
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Awesome reply

OK, just imagine sand sticked to S-Pen and yes - it scratches...
Besides Note nave NOT Gorilla Glass screen

Shadow69 said:
OK, just imagine sand sticked to S-Pen and yes - it scratches...
Besides Note nave NOT Gorilla Glass screen
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You are wrong
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Shadow69 said:
OK, just imagine sand sticked to S-Pen and yes - it scratches...
Besides Note nave NOT Gorilla Glass screen
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Yes it does.
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nbass668 said:
you are afraid that you will scratch a gorilla glass equipped phone with a plastic tip of the spen ???
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That's correct, because I've had devices in the past where some type of particle must have gotten between the stylus and the screen, and I ended up with minor scratches that were very annoying. Granted, this was years ago before phones had fortified glass, but I was just asking to get other people's advice/opinions.

you should always check that the tip of the pen is clean but since you seem to share my paranoia you probably do that already.
there is no way that a clean plastic tip can scratch glass, ANY glass
not the gorilla discussion again :-(
/Jeriz

I agree with Jeriz.
I too am very cautious about the screen and i dont like screen protectors so im just careful. Just wipe the pen tip each time you get it out and should be fine. I only use it occasionally anyway.
Yes it does have gorilla glass ffs

I've done some nasty little scratch by pen, so don't tell me it can't be done.
I was very careful about Note but 1 particle of sand, and I have a scratch.
Screen protector is necessary.

Shadow69 said:
I've done some nasty little scratch by pen, so don't tell me it can't be done.
I was very careful about Note but 1 particle of sand, and I have a scratch.
Screen protector is necessary.
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but it was the contaminants on the tip and not the plastic itself. nobody here said that some random grain of unknown material can't scratch the screen. that's exactly like saying that "my car was all shiny and new but it only took one key to scratch the paint" for all we know it could have been a micro diamond
im prepared to say that if you take the (clean) plastic tip of the pen and try to scratch the screen the pressure required will crack the screen long before your able to make any scratcmarks.
careful or not doesn't seem to matter. most scratches seem to be caused by very small particles judging by how many people who says they get scratches even tho they nursed the phone like a newborn baby. based on that i believe that IF the note is more prone to scratches it's simply due to larger screen area
and you can't say that screen protection is necessary for everyone. it might be your preference but i don't like the way they feel or the way they distort the screen
im not trying to attack you im simply disagreeing with everything you said
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im not trying to attack you im simply disagreeing with everything you said
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Love that!
BTW, the exact same issue is far more possible wit grit attached to your finger. It is less likely to scratch, however, because you do not use so much pressure (more area).
What it does do, however, is cause the protector to get covered with thousands of tiny scratches. Now, that affects the display.
As soon as I get one of my preferred cases, I am taking my protector off. I shall then have a much better looking Note. I do hope it will be for a long time, but you never can tell.

Shadow69 said:
OK, just imagine sand sticked to S-Pen and yes - it scratches...
Besides Note nave NOT Gorilla Glass screen
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It's already been mentioned, but here's a bit of a proof of the existence of GG on the Note

Scratches on my screen

Hi,
I put my phone in my gf's purse in a pocket just next to her earings (which I had not seen obviously) so my z2 screen got now a very obvious scratch that I would like to remove.
I can't feel it with my finger but it's still visually very annoying.
I tried the toothpaste but didn't do anything.
Would you have any product to recommend?
Thanks for your help!

Damn, thought the screen would be more resistant than that : ( Guess it's not as solid as Gorilla Glass.

Apply a screen protector, it normally helps hiding scratches

I highly recommend grabbing a glass screen protector (Nillkin on eBay is pretty good). It'll hide the scratch *and* feel great.

ijeff said:
I highly recommend grabbing a glass screen protector (Nillkin on eBay is pretty good). It'll hide the scratch *and* feel great.
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Yeap...
I'm using Nillkin tempered glass on all my devices and it's awesome.
First thing when I'm buying new device is ordering Nillkin TG.
I still have one I applied on Z1 and it's just like it was the first day.
I'm cleaning my devices by showering them and washing them in water so that's pretty awesome protector which could take all that and still stay proudly on screen
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Thanks guys.
Just ordered it! I'll keep you posted!

clemz91 said:
I put my phone in my gf's purse in a pocket just next to her earings (which I had not seen obviously) so my z2 screen got now a very obvious scratch that I would like to remove.
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Metal should not scratch the screen.
Sand, glass or any other kind of silicon will though.

I had Nillkin Tempered glass, it couldn't apply/align properly. One edge was not good. Got angry and broke the glass lol. I'm totally OCD about screen protectors.

I generally do not use screen protectors, because even if they are immaculate when you put them on, they quickly become less so. The cure is worse than the disease. The only way I'd use one is if I was very very concerned about resale value and did not care if my display quality was impacted.

Use tempered glass on all my devices and it's awesome. Don't even notice it's there, it just protect my screen. The first thing I order when I get a new phone.

fredriks said:
Use tempered glass on all my devices and it's awesome. Don't even notice it's there, it just protect my screen. The first thing I order when I get a new phone.
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This.

Abby Oddie said:
I generally do not use screen protectors, because even if they are immaculate when you put them on, they quickly become less so. The cure is worse than the disease. The only way I'd use one is if I was very very concerned about resale value and did not care if my display quality was impacted.
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Screen protectors vs tempered glass is a world of a difference. Tempered glass does not show signs of scratches or air bubbles unlike normal screen protectors. They also dont hamper touch sensitivity and save the screen from the various damages we might inflict otherwise..

stanley08 said:
I had Nillkin Tempered glass, it couldn't apply/align properly. One edge was not good. Got angry and broke the glass lol. I'm totally OCD about screen protectors.
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You can try Glass4M or iTop Tempered Glass.
iTop is quite hard to find but it's verry popular in my country. The screen protector fit perfectly and cost me about $10.