I am on my second Arc and both screens are exhibiting scratches despite being kept in a pouch and not coming into contact with any hard surfaces. Anyone else notice these so called 'scratch resistant' screens are far from?
Are you sure it's the screen it self and not the screen protector that's on it?
Most people get the arc with screen protector already on it. look close maybe you will see it.
took the screen protectors off as they diminish the quality of the screen both look and touch wise. didnt think it would be an issue considering the marketing spiel about the mineral glass!!
from my experience with "scratch resistant" screens, unless its gorilla glass, get a screen shield.
Depends what you mean by removing the "screen protector".. the actual factory fitted, almost invisible screen protector??
you mean there is another removable film under the sticky with the peel tab??!? hmmm
Ramos1910 said:
you mean there is another removable film under the sticky with the peel tab??!? hmmm
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I'll assume, for now, that was a genuine response and not a sarcastic one!! ;-)
Yes.. if you look at the very edge of the screen you can see where the factory fitted screen protector is.. it really is the best screen protector you'll get...
Ah ha! thats hilarious - I never would have guessed that! apologies for being so retarded - I never bought a phone which came fitted with a protector under another protector! its so flush I dont think i would have ever noticed! i just wonder how everyone else but me saw it. very helpful - thanks alot.
i'll just go and find a sword to fall on...
lol
I was also surprised, really great from SE.
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from my experience with "scratch resistant" screens, unless its gorilla glass, get a screen shield.
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My 10 year old Omega Seamaster has mineral glass and showing no scatch what so ever. My iPhone4 with gorilla glass is one big scratch.
I have the Arc now and am very happy with it.
Hello,
Does anyone here with an Arc have removed the factory installed screen protector and have gone without applying another screen protector? How is your screen doing?
I'm changing screen protectors every two months and I hate to do it, but I want to know if the scratch resistant screen is indeed scratch resistant. I'd love to go without a screen protector, but I'm afraid to do so, unless someone without using one can tell me his/her story.
Thank you.
I know it's not the Arc, but check out this SE Xperia Active "screen torture"
Mine (arc s) had no protector for about a month and got 0 scratches...
Now Im using an oleophobic protector(Steinheil Ultra Series [Ultra Optics]) and I think is unnecessary because the screen already have a better oleophobic coating, also reduces the screen brightness
BTW my brother xperia x10 still without protector for over a year and have no scratches
Sorry for my english
My wife took off her protection and now we are having another baby! Jk she saw scratches right away I would recommend using a scratch protector, because even the so called gorilla glass can scratch with just regular use
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So you guys mean that under the thingy u can peel off with the tab on the top edge is a screenprotector? I can see something standing up from the screen at the edges but cant get it off?
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So you guys mean that under the thingy u can peel off with the tab on the top edge is a screenprotector? I can see something standing up from the screen at the edges but cant get it off?
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Yup, that's it. It's *really* difficult to get off.
Removed mine about 6 months ago after it got scratched. Never bothered to install the spare that came in the box. Been keeping the phone in my pocket (with wallet, but no keys or coins in that pocket ever) and there are still no scratches whatsoever on the screen.
There are plenty of chips & scratches all over the rest of the phone though.
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she saw scratches right away I would recommend using a scratch protector, because even the so called gorilla glass can scratch with just regular use
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Really? What on earth is she doing to the thing? I've dropped mine so many time's it's not even funny, it has chips and scratches all over it (including one scratch i'm particularly proud of right across the camera lens) and yet the screen is still pristine.
Are you absolutely sure you dont still have the factory fitted screen protector on it? Unless of course she's keeping it in a handbag filled with rusty nails and sandpaper, which is what my ex-gf seemingly used to do to anything she borrowed of mine...
Just like to point out something important, the protector that is factory applied and is hard to get off is a SHATTER PROOF SHEET! As the screen has been designed to be airtight (the gap between the screen at the touch layer) I have heard of people who have removed this protector and after dropping their arc, the whole screen shattered
This is why despite having a **** load of scratches, I'm too afraid to remove this cover, so I wouldn't really recommend it...
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Yup, that's it. It's *really* difficult to get off.
Removed mine about 6 months ago after it got scratched. Never bothered to install the spare that came in the box. Been keeping the phone in my pocket (with wallet, but no keys or coins in that pocket ever) and there are still no scratches whatsoever on the screen.
There are plenty of chips & scratches all over the rest of the phone though.
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Really? What on earth is she doing to the thing? I've dropped mine so many time's it's not even funny, it has chips and scratches all over it (including one scratch i'm particularly proud of right across the camera lens) and yet the screen is still pristine.
Are you absolutely sure you dont still have the factory fitted screen protector on it? Unless of course she's keeping it in a handbag filled with rusty nails and sandpaper, which is what my ex-gf seemingly used to do to anything she borrowed of mine...
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It doesn't take much more than a key
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How did you get it off lol? I cant even get it to peel a bit..
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Am I the only one that got the screen protector separate in the box?
I had to put it on myself (very scary moment).
Must admit i've never regretted it!
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Anyone know if it possible to buy a replacement glass (only the glass)?
I wish to remove the screen protector, but if it get scratches it would be nice if I can buy a new glass and replace it myself.
If there's anyone selling that, the place to look for is ebay.
Why remove it? I tried the phone (did not get mine yet) in different stores and the screen could'nt be more responsive imo. with the pre-applied protector in one store and the bubbly protective film+pre-applied screen protector in the other and there was no problem even with all that applied.. so i dont see the point in risking your glass.. just my point of view.
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Why remove it? I tried the phone (did not get mine yet) in different stores and the screen could'nt be more responsive imo. with the pre-applied protector in one store and the bubbly protective film+pre-applied screen protector in the other and there was no problem even with all that applied.. so i dont see the point in risking your glass.. just my point of view.
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If you try the htc desire, you will see what I am talking about.
The mineral glass on x10 feels like cheap plastic with the protector on.
Just my opinion
The feelings
brodos123 said:
If you try the htc desire, you will see what I am talking about.
The mineral glass on x10 feels like cheap plastic with the protector on.
Just my opinion
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after getting my own X10 now i can agree the screen feels a bit sticky if you have a bit damp fingertips. when fingers a freshly washed with soap and dry i have no problem with it
scratch your screen on a rock if you're a real man
else I recommend you to be girly like us and never remove the protective shield
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scratch your screen on a rock if you're a real man
else i recommend you to be girly like us and never remove the protective shield :d
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lolllllllllllllllll! :d
Real man
Yesterday I have scratched my screen on a rock, so I am a real man.... a crying stupid man.
Anyone have a idea how to replace it?
Is it possible to find and replace only the external glass? The touch digitizer works perfectly.
I thought the x10 screen is meant to b scratch resistance!? I've got little scratches all over mine! :0(
Think due to keys and coins in my pocket! :0s forget sometimes
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Guys... did your x10 came with a prea-applied screen protector? Mine came with a prea applied screen protector but i can't seem to remove it. I'll post some pictures.
The screen protector is really hard to get going but once you got a corner it's easy to pull off.
Got no protector on my screen, no scratches at all and screen is much more responsive.
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Why on Earth would anyone want to remove it? I've got the one that came with it and stuck another on that I got free with a case, and not lost any responsiveness at all, and as this phone cost me a few hundred pounds, the last thing I would want to do is lessen the protection of the screen.
the glass is the actual digitizer which is glued to the fascia of the phone, i cracked the glass on my phone and repaired it myself, digitizers are available from ebay for around £50 coming from honk kong. The quality of the digitizer is very good btw.
IMO the screen with the protector on was way less responsive, I don't understand why you need one, I've owned 2 iphones before this phone and used with no protectors, not had a single scratch on any, including my x10. Each to there own, but I just prefer to have no protectors on my phones.
I also don't use any cases either!
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Why on Earth would anyone want to remove it? I've got the one that came with it and stuck another on that I got free with a case, and not lost any responsiveness at all, and as this phone cost me a few hundred pounds, the last thing I would want to do is lessen the protection of the screen.
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Because mine scratched pretty bad and I want to change it with a new one.
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Because mine scratched pretty bad and I want to change it with a new one.
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The OP is on about removing it, leaving it off, then forking out for a new screen if and when it inevitably gets scratched.
You guys just made my day! I had a big F*ing scratch at the center of my screen. Just found out I had a screenprotector! YEEY! its off now..
Need to get a new one!
Double posted?! WEIRD!
Has anyone found one?
I'd like to know how to get hold of a black screen so i can put it on my white x10.
Reduce the grubby look and give it a meaner look.
is there any need of display shield on galaxy s?
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is there any need of display shield on galaxy s?
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I don't use one and haven't needed one.
Maybe if you carry your phone in the same pocket as your keys, or like dialing with the point of a bayonet....otherwise I see no need.
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I don't use one and haven't needed one.
Maybe if you carry your phone in the same pocket as your keys, or like dialing with the point of a bayonet....otherwise I see no need.
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okej thanks m8 do u have nay scratch?
This has been thoroughly discussed in the accessories section.
I have the Zagg Invisible Shield and i like it. You can't notice it on the screen exept if there is sun like a lot of sunlight on it, but you do feel like a bit of a plastic everytime you tuch the screen, i mean it is not that smooth to the feel, but the phone registers your touch every time with no problem.
I use one I got from bestskinsever.com (I think), its great. Takes a little getting used to the texture as you're obviously not touching bare glass anymore but it definitely does the job well, no discolouring or marks on my phone since using it
Why use a Display Shield when you have a Gorilla Glass onboard?
To be, or not to be: that is the question!
you don't need a screen shield
the glass is harder than the shields
i tried to scratch it with keys and it just can't be scratched
a firend of mine did it. and why not be on the safe side if you can?
havent used a screen protector since i bought the phone about 8 months ago
i havent got any visible scratch on the screen. not even under the sun
maybe when i use a microscope, then yes, but mmm.. im not going to
Had mine bare for 8 months as well and the screen still looks perfect, and trust me I'd notice any significant blemishes. Just the other day I wiped it clean and looked under bright light and could only see a couple of near-microscopic scratches.
A shield would ruin the feel IMO. I just keep out in its own pocket and hold it tight.
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I prefer having one than not too... I had one so far and know that i removed i see i'd rather have one on for extra protection. After all Gorilla glass can be scratched too (although it's not easy to scratch it). I'm on the "better safe than sorry" side but for others who are very careful with the phone i would just suggest a case!
It is not neccesary for scratches but it may help to protect the screen from shattering when you drop it..
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I prefer having one than not too... I had one so far and know that i removed i see i'd rather have one on for extra protection. After all Gorilla glass can be scratched too (although it's not easy to scratch it). I'm on the "better safe than sorry" side but for others who are very careful with the phone i would just suggest a case!
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the force that is needed to scratch this glass would also scratch it past one of the screen shields
screen shields are useless for this phone, they just make it look uglier... and in some cases like zaag they also add a rubbery feel which ruins the smooth experience
I've had mine in my pocket with a hand full of screws an no scratch on the display
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only if you drop a Hello Kitty cookie jar lid on it from 6" up in air. Friend did it and shattered the glass somehow. Hence forth he has a Hello Kitty skull/crossbones on his car window
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to be honest it's unnecessary but for me it's annoying to wipe my screen everytime it gets dirty, and with a screen protector it doesn't smudge as easily
I took off my screen protector and now have a scratch. Its only visible if you switch off display and see the screen under a bright light. The back cover really needs some protection cause its a scratch magnet.
Gorilla Glass is resistant to everyday scratches, like from dust particles and carrying it in your pocket and things like that. No screen is resistant to high force impact.
I've had my Galaxy for over a month now and the display glass is still pristine (and I use it in differrent environments)! I had a Desire which was durable to some extent as well, but I managed to scratch its screen somehow. This phone? No problem whatsoever.
The plastic casing, however... the back cover has visible "signs" of usage
Strangely enough I have had some mixed experiences with gorilla glass.. My own galaxy GT-i9000 went 2 weeks and the screen was fine.. then i decided my fingers had grubbed it up a little too much.. took my cleaning cloth for my glasses and went to work only to find i had basically put hairline scratches over the whole screen.. Not terrible mind you but noticeable under bright lights or on low screen brightness..
On the other end of the scale I convinced a friend to get the galaxy s also.. Walking down a dirt road, he tripped while holding the phone and it slip maybe 5 meters down the dirt.. not a single scratch.. the plastic was a bit tarnished though from bouncing around.
Galaxy S2 has gorilla glass that cant be scratched (scratch resistant), I have kept my phone without screen protector but I use it very carefully, still it has got two scratches on the screen.
Furthermore, there are two spots on screen from where it seems like the alkali-aluminosilicate thin-sheet coating (Gorilla Glass coating) is vanishing.
Its terrible to see the device deteriorating so fast. I have had it for a week now.
Is someone else having such a problem?
contact the provider you bought it from or samsung themselves - be ware they may want to replace so if you have a custom rom be careful!
How many times does it have to be said?
Gorilla Glass SCRATCHES LIKE ANY OTHER GLASS. It is scratch-resistant, but not scratch-proof. Tougher than standard glass, but not impossible to break.
Samsung will do nothing for you about it.
Try to keep it away from sand, as it is the easiest way to get it to scratch.
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contact the provider you bought it from or samsung themselves - be ware they may want to replace so if you have a custom rom be careful!
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You're right. Nevertheless, flashing back the respective original stock rom and using a JIG to reset the custom binary count hopefully will solve the warranty problem.
Its probably not the actual glass but the coating that sits on top.
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Screen scratched and burnt pixel-can it be replaced?
Hey guys!!
Does anyone know if there is a way to get my galaxy s2 replaced? I have a scratch on the screen as well (and a big one that can be seen even with a screen protector) and one red pixel!! I currently have sent it for antenna repairs (sim was not recognized at all by this phone-not even pin was asked..)
So, is there a way I can demand a new one due to some guarantee reason? I have the stock rom and haven't tried to flash a new rom.... not yet at least
Thank you in advance! Hope someone helps me out!
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How many times does it have to be said?
Gorilla Glass SCRATCHES LIKE ANY OTHER GLASS. It is scratch-resistant, but not scratch-proof. Tougher than standard glass, but not impossible to break.
Samsung will do nothing for you about it.
Try to keep it away from sand, as it is the easiest way to get it to scratch.
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True. Gorilla glass screens always has scratches but they are less visible than on the other screens. If you'll scratch your screen hardly, even gorilla glass won't handle it.
i have 2 after that started using screen protector but they were only visible in sun light now screen protector so many scratches but thankfully not on screen
Why you guys don't just use screen Protectors? The device's Screen will stay in Top-notch condition forever....
ahh i forgot: for sure, a good screen protector will cost you like 5 - 8 Euros but c'mon... the device is about 450 to 500, wich is much more expesive...
Why on earth do people start these type of threads if your unwilling to use a screen protector then you get scratches on the screen of your phone it's your own fault.
Jesus wept
can you post some pictures of your scratched screen? a screenshot perhaps?
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can you post some pictures of your scratched screen? a screenshot perhaps?
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made my day
pcboyy said:
can you post some pictures of your scratched screen? a screenshot perhaps?
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I see what you did there. I think.
Wait, it doesn't work that way?
I've got some deep scratches that I honestly can't account for. It has a dedicated pocket so no obvious reasons like keys or change.
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I've got an idea. If you scratched your device... Corrupt your efs and then factory reset your device. Send the device for warranty repairs and they should replace it with a new device.
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can you post some pictures of your scratched screen? a screenshot perhaps?
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I'm trying to attach my screenshot but I can't yet because my low number of posts and.... OOOOOH WAAAIT A MINUTE! I see what you did there!!!
You guys gotta start realizing that a plain and simple grain of sand in your pocket is more than enough to destroy any gorilla whatever screen...be careful. Get a screen protector or stop complaining
lol. its scratch resistance. not scratch proof
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if your unwilling to use a screen protector then you get scratches on the screen of your phone it's your own fault.
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I don't use a screen protector and I don't have any scratches on my screen (I've had the phone for about 5 months). Never used a screen protector on my HD2 either and the screen is still pristine... I don't know what you guys do with your phones
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I've got some deep scratches that I honestly can't account for. It has a dedicated pocket so no obvious reasons like keys or change.
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I would suspect something like sand grain in the pocket.
If its a jeans (with metal studs), you could scratch screen on the studs while moving phone in and out of the pocket.
Hey guys ive replaced the screen Protector on my xperia multiple times and its crap.
Dust gets in it peels off...
When I had an iphone I had no protector on and the screen was basically unscratchable.
So is the xperia the same way? If not what is best alternative?
I really want my phone looking good.
Thanks everyone !
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The phone has a factory screen protectors on it. It is also scratch resistant. Not sure what to tell I about the dust though
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Hi, i bought the x10 when it was relest and has never used any extra screen Protector havent got 1 scratch on it so far so id say its ok to go without.
I bought pack of 6 screen protectors everyone scratched just ordered mirrored ones better quality will report back when they arrive
xda premium using wb 2.2.3 kick ass rom
I wouldn't ever go without screen protector. You need to first remove the factory screen protector, then clean the screen, making sure no dust particles are left behind before u put the new one on.
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The factory screen protector is good! Just leave it on the screen
I can say that the screen doesn't scratch that easily, but in my case, it scratched when i placed it inside my shirt's pocket. Apparently the shirt's button did it. The price for replacing the screen around my parts is 60 euros.
I had the factory screen protector for 10 months. Then one of the corners started to peel. so I took the protector off and used it for a few weeks, decided that it wasn't slick enough and I had to clean it all the time, tried that cannuba wax for phones. I spent the money for the Zagg protector. Great packaging, lots of lubricant to spray on fingers and protector allowing you to slide it around until it's right, micro-cleaner cloth and composite squeegee with a grip and lifetime replacement warranty. It works well, no bubbles, and a sort of spongy feel to it.
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I can say that the screen doesn't scratch that easily, but in my case, it scratched when i placed it inside my shirt's pocket. Apparently the shirt's button did it. The price for replacing the screen around my parts is 60 euros.
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you probably still have the factory screen protector on... look at the corner, you'll see it.
The actual screen in mineral glass, and there is a video somewhere on here of a guy with a knife going at it and it not scratching.
I took my factory one off long ago, and it made the screen much better. It looks better and is more responsive
I replaced the factory protector with a translucent protector since I dont really like transparent protector.
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The original screen protector started to peel off after just a few days. I have used it without protection for almost a year now and haven't seen one single scratch.
I am rather careful with it but it would still be some small scratches if the screen had been of soft plastic.
HEY THANKS EVERYBODDY FOR THE REPLIESs! Its just that the factory protector is peeling off and it looks badd
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you probably still have the factory screen protector on... look at the corner, you'll see it.
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I think you are right! I see a thin layer of something that looks like screen protector. (not sure though, never seen one before, they don't sell those things around here)
If it is one, you just saved me 60 euros, can't thank you enough
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I think you are right! I see a thin layer of something that looks like screen protector. (not sure though, never seen one before, they don't sell those things around here)
If it is one, you just saved me 60 bucks, can't thank you enough
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yeah that's it! I didn't know until someone told me on here either, take that off (its kind of hard but once you get it it'll peel right off) and it'll look a million times better.
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yeah that's it! I didn't know until someone told me on here either, take that off (its kind of hard but once you get it it'll peel right off) and it'll look a million times better.
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So the screen would not scratch after taking it off?
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So the screen would not scratch after taking it off?
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No its mineral glass there is a video of a guy taking a knife to it and it not scratching
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No its mineral glass there is a video of a guy taking a knife to it and it not scratching
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Can you please send link....i am really concerned.
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Can you please send link....i am really concerned.
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it was long ago, but it was on here.
Try searching for it.
Anyway, ask any of the older members here. I'm sure they would have seen it.
Plus search for threads about taking the screen protector off. I promise you the screen will not get scratched
Okay thanks a lot buddy!
I mean scoobyy doooo
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it was long ago, but it was on here.
Try searching for it.
Anyway, ask any of the older members here. I'm sure they would have seen it.
Plus search for threads about taking the screen protector off. I promise you the screen will not get scratched
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I wanted to get rid of the screen protectors a few month ago as I was sick of using my ipod touch which had a normal glass screen and then using the crappy x10s.
Well what a mistake that was. The x10 comes with two protective layers so when you think you've taken off the screen protector, go one more til you get to the glass feel.
Big problems for me though, the screen became strange and almost too sensitive. When using the launcher and scrolling it would go crazy, unlocking the phone became a mission.. big mistake. I ended up ordering in another new screen protector as It was hardly useable
On the other hand, the screen did look a thousand times better. Alot brighter and clearer. I would have been without the screen protector for about a week and discovered a small scratch which isnt viewable at all but I did see it. So I would be careful if your planning on going without it.
If there was a way tweak the screens 'sensitive feel' and correct that I would love to go back. Maybe one day it will happen.
The X10 has so much potential and in theory should be capable of doing so much more... but sadly it was made by Sony, you know the rest.
Does the stylus scratch the screen?
Do you guys think that a screen protector is necessary or advisable?
And if it is advisable, will it affect the stylus and finger performance?
interesting question, as the current word on the street is the Note doesn't have Gorilla Glass...
i doubt it would though- but that's only my assumptions..
as its Anti-scratch resistant screen .i don't think the s-pen will scratch the screen but it more like in long term it possible when you put in your pocket with coins or keys , that would scratch the screen it i think.
my old phone was anti scratch screen too but still got few scratch on it from the house keys and coin in my pocket
ps btw i am using the note without screen protector.
I've always gone naked on my phones; no screen protector and no case. I can't stand the extra bulk/film. Even back in the days of windows mobile 5 and 6 with HTC phones that had PLASTIC screens that actually deformed under the stylus pressure, I didn't have scratching issues. I've always kept my phone in my left pocket (upside down with screen facing leg for quick and easy retrieval in the proper position) with NOTHING else in the pocket.
I've never understood the screen protector thing. For the most part manufacturers make the screens much harder and more abrasion resistant than any plastic film you'll find in a screen protector. I saw a guy yesterday using some Verizon droid with a screen protector that was scratched and foggy, and all I could think is "WTF, he wants to protect his screen so it doesn't get scratched up, decreasing visibility and looking ugly, yet that's exactly the experience he's receiving!" Lame. Sometimes people need to think about the big picture. If you're going to sell your phone in a couple months and are paranoid, that's one thing, but otherwise I think they're a total waste.
I still have the factory protective plastic sheet over my screen and my stylus works fine. I'm waiting for my screen protector to come in the mail before I remove the factory plastic.
I have always used cases and screen protectors on my phones. When it came time to sell my old phones, they are still in immaculate condition, like the first day I bought them. I am always able to get the maximum resale value out of my phones.
I think screen protectors is a good investment if you want to maximize the resale value of your phone
I have a screen protector on my note and it doesn't effect the performance of the stylus. It also doesn't leave any scratches on the screen protector so I am guessing it shouldn't leave any on the screen as well.
Overall performance , it's great and loving every minute of my new toy.
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I've never understood the screen protector thing. For the most part manufacturers make the screens much harder and more abrasion resistant than any plastic film you'll find in a screen protector. I saw a guy yesterday using some Verizon droid with a screen protector that was scratched and foggy, and all I could think is "WTF, he wants to protect his screen so it doesn't get scratched up, decreasing visibility and looking ugly, yet that's exactly the experience he's receiving!" Lame. Sometimes people need to think about the big picture. If you're going to sell your phone in a couple months and are paranoid, that's one thing, but otherwise I think they're a total waste.
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If you put it on right, you can't even tell it's there. You wouldn't be able to tell that I had a screen protector on my captivate unless you looked at the edges, no fog, no bubbles, no dust.
The thing about screen protectors is... if you DO get a big scratch, you are scratching an inexpensive easily replaceable component as opposed to the expensive and very difficult to replace pane of glass fused to the LCD and housing.
Even though Screen Protectors can prevent the screen being scratched, it does also make the screen look less vibrant.
all my previous phones i had screen protector on but i decide that i go without on the note this time ^_^
ps. i just put 32gb card in and loaded ton of movies on it. oop sorry out of topic, lol
I was going to ask whether the seemingly strong screen would hurt the thin plastic S-Pen.
I never used a screen protector on previous phones, but I just ordered one for the Note. After only a couple of days use, I have several noticeable scratches on the screen - I would say that it scratches easily (these scratches are not from the stylus, haven't even used that yet).
I would think that the pen would suffer in sensitivity with a screen protector.
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There is a stylus made of a rubber tip, its called GRIFFIN , you can get it from ebay
Hope this helped ya ;-)
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I ordered one of these from amazon yesterday:
Vikuiti screen protectors CV8 (quantity: 2) for Samsung Galaxy Note - PREMIUM QUALITY (ultra-clear, scratch-resistant, high adhesiveness)
Vikuiti is the strongest and best true clear screen protectors around from what I have read - I will report here when I receive my shipment.
took my note yesterday play a fruit ninja with stylus... whole screen protector get scratch..
To those who have installed a screen protector, have you guys noticed any performance loss with the stylus?
fjdu said:
I was going to ask whether the seemingly strong screen would hurt the thin plastic S-Pen.
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This is a good point.
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cred0021 said:
I never used a screen protector on previous phones, but I just ordered one for the Note. After only a couple of days use, I have several noticeable scratches on the screen - I would say that it scratches easily (these scratches are not from the stylus, haven't even used that yet).
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I've had scratches on mine too, but I wiped them off with a tissue.
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I've had scratches on mine too, but I wiped them off with a tissue.
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Paper's never a good thing to use for wiping clear stuff (phone screens, glasses, etc.) Wood pulp, which they use to make the paper, contains tiny bits of silica which will scratch those types of items. The scratches may be very small, but will build up over time. Fabric is always a better choice; the inside of my t-shirt is what I use most of the times on my sunglasses and phone screen.
MR.zero said:
There is a stylus made of a rubber tip, its called GRIFFIN , you can get it from ebay
Hope this helped ya ;-)
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U sure it work with note?
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Evo 4G63 said:
I still have the factory protective plastic sheet over my screen and my stylus works fine. I'm waiting for my screen protector to come in the mail before I remove the factory plastic.
I have always used cases and screen protectors on my phones. When it came time to sell my old phones, they are still in immaculate condition, like the first day I bought them. I am always able to get the maximum resale value out of my phones.
I think screen protectors is a good investment if you want to maximize the resale value of your phone
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I manufacture cases for phones.
But before then and now I don't use cases, and beat the living daylights out of my phones.
This makes me financially stupid, and you smart (no sarcasm, truly).
However, I'm perhaps living a more chilled life.