So I have been pretty much just living with the fingerprints on my Hero since there was no other method of input on it but now that I have the Shift, the fingerprints on the touchscreen are driving me crazy. Does anyone have a suggestion for a good screen protector that doesn't show prints?
I'm worried that my constant wiping of the screen will prematurely scratch it.
I use a zagg protector, its not bad. You will get fingerprints but I don't think they're that noticeable. Of course eating chips and touching the phone is probably always going to leave a fingerprint but otherwise I recommend zagg
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I haven't tried it but I saw someone say they apply Rain-X to the screen periodically and makes wiping the prints off easy.
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I use lens cleaning wipe on my anti glare screen protector periodically. Can't really see fingerprints. But the pores do happen to absorb oil..
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i hate fingerprints too, i use the anti glare screen protector that comes in the 3 pack from sprint, 2 regular and 1 no glare and i love the no glare one, although it kinda washes out the screen its very worth the no fingerprints
I like the screen protector I got from Zagg. Little hard to get used to at first, cause it's kind of feels funny. But it seems to keep glare down, and definately no fingerprints.
If you do get the Zagg I wouldnt plan on having a case. Over time the case will lift up the corners of the shield and it will start peeling off.
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Fwiw ive used mine since January with no protection and no scratches on the screen. If it gets smudges I just wipe it on my shirt.
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woodfinx said:
Fwiw ive used mine since January with no protection and no scratches on the screen. If it gets smudges I just wipe it on my shirt.
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Or pants, or jacket, or gloves.... :lol: (speaking of gloves, with winter on the way, any decent touchscreen gloves out there?)
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I've used a Skinomi(skinomi.com) protector on both of my Shifts, and rarely notice fingerprints (it does smudge, but not badly). It does have a mild "orange peel" effect if you look at it from the side with the screen off, but it does not affect the direct viewing angle, and there is little discernible texture.
The nice thing is that they are guaranteed not to scratch, so I don't have to futz with it.
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i hate fingerprints too, i use the anti glare screen protector that comes in the 3 pack from sprint, 2 regular and 1 no glare and i love the no glare one, although it kinda washes out the screen its very worth the no fingerprints
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Yeah I also notice the no glare protector kinda dulls the screen. I took it off and it looked more vibrant. I ended up switching to a regular screen protector.
Has anyone tried the mirror one? Is it worth it?
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I use a silicon based liquid wax that has NO ABRASIVES . Apply it once a month,fingerprints wipe off easily and your finger slides across the screen easy.
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Yeah I also notice the no glare protector kinda dulls the screen. I took it off and it looked more vibrant. I ended up switching to a regular screen protector.
Has anyone tried the mirror one? Is it worth it?
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I have never used a mirror screen protector but i did have an LG Shine a mirror phone and all i can say is trying to even see what time it was outside was like looking into the sun
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Or pants, or jacket, or gloves.... :lol: (speaking of gloves, with winter on the way, any decent touchscreen gloves out there?)
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Don't spend money on touchscreen gloves, just take your favorite pair of gloves and sew a couple loops of conductive thread (available in many places online) into the fingertips.
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Just wondeering if the Tmobile G2 "Vision" is scratch resistant.
A couple people have tried with keys and said it was fine.
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Scratch resistant my rear! SCREEN PROTECTORS! Common sense should tell ya, you need them... My .02
My Vibrant is supposed to have Gorilla Glass which is probably the most scratch-resistant glass you can get on a device. But you know what? I still use a screen protector. If you get a good one and apply it properly, you won't even be able to notice it's there. And they're cheap so why not?
I already have screen protectors and a case sitting at my house so I'm ready for when my G2 comes in the mail.
I'm getting one cause I hate the glass feels and the way it smears. I'll be getting a zagg invishield
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i'll try to scratch one of the store demos and see if it is scratch resistance...
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I'm getting one cause I hate the glass feels and the way it smears. I'll be getting a zagg invishield
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So you prefer the feel of a rubbery orange peel to smooth glass? Those Zagg screen protectors are awful IMHO. I'm sure they do a great job of protecting the screen, however.
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So you prefer the feel of a rubbery orange peel to smooth glass? Those Zagg screen protectors are awful IMHO. I'm sure they do a great job of protecting the screen, however
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I love the feel of zagg shields and they reduce the smear affect. To me it feels grippy and protected I really really dislike wiping my screen off multi times a day. And yes they do a wonderful job of protecting the screen.
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Not scratch resistant by any means. I have my phone in my pocket w/o keys or change and the screen has lots of scratches.
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I have been getting more no's than yes'es lol. I need more opinions bfr I conclude.
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Is any phone really scratch resistant? Its usually a coating that goes away in a matter of a week depending on how much you use it. I would at least get a cheap screen guard to be safe.
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You will definitely eventually get scratches if you don't use a screen protector.
Ive taken Keys and Razor Blades to mine and nothing. So id say yes but if u arent carful im sure u can scratch the crap out of it hehe
Are Zagg screen protectors anti-glare?
lets just say its not made of sapphire crystal or diamond.
I'm getting the zagg max coverage. I choose to err on the side of caution when it comes to the screen and I really like the brushed metal accents and want to protect them from scratches as well. I'm pretty sure keys etc will leave a lasting impression. I personally don't like the added bulk of snap-on cases.
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I grabbed the over priced anti smear t-mobile ones.. ($14.99) for 2.
They seem to be protecting fine, hiding finger prints great, and not coming off... but it hasn't been that long.
Just in case
If you decide to buy a screen protector from ZAGG, use the promo code 50sport to get 50% off.
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I grabbed the over priced anti smear t-mobile ones.. ($14.99) for 2.
They seem to be protecting fine, hiding finger prints great, and not coming off... but it hasn't been that long.
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The T-Mobile screen protectors seem to use the same material and adhesive as the off-brand ones I used on my G1. Those held up really well for me. I only replaced the protector once in about 1.5 years and the second one was still going strong when my G1 got relegated to yet-another-backup-phone in the junk drawer.
Its true eventually scratches will magically appear "they really do" So i decided to get a protector and since i never had protectors for my phone i would like one or two advices of which ones would be the best option.
my phone is being replace by sprint on tuesday. With me knowing that I decided to put our screen through a test. Off came the screen protector, I scratched the screen with keys, coins and nails. I put it in my pocket. Placed it on dinner table face down and slid it across the table. To my surprise, the screen is brand new without a scratch or surface scratch. I've come to the conclusion, screen protectors are a waste of money.
I was thinking of doing a youtube video. But it's friday, and I have better things to do.
Well, it's very scratch resistant based on the stories here, however adding some sand to your tests and you'll probably be singing a different tune. Some jewelry can also scratch the screen.
There is a Korean-language demonstration of this on youtube. They tried it on the i9000. It's pretty impressive. I think you can find it if you search 'galaxy s scratch test' or something similar
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Well, it's very scratch resistant based on the stories here, however adding some sand to your tests and you'll probably be singing a different tune. Some jewelry can also scratch the screen.
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I was trying to put it through the everyday use test. But hey you want sand, I'll give you sand.
i dont know how i did it, but mine is scratched. 2 very small thin scratches, but they are there. i rubbed it with a cloth thinking it was a smudge. no dice. its a scratch.
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I was trying to put it through the everyday use test. But hey you want sand, I'll give you sand.
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LOL, read around and you'll see what I mean about sand. (but please don't do it).
And besides, you cannot claim "scratch proof" until you've tested it in all conditions.
I've had two epics. The first one I left bare, and even though I babied it and never set it anywhere but on my pocket and it's rabbit fur charging bed, it still got a lil hair sized scratch in the middle of the screen.
I've put a screen protector on the second one.
I noticed the screen is very resistant to scratches myself. When I first got the phone I had a screen protector on it but then I took it off because it kinda ruins the brightness of the display.
Anyway, after having it off for about a month the screen has maybe 4 very small scratches and that's it. I've dropped it in the parking lot, floor and slid it across the table tons of times not to mention it being in my pocket with keys. I'm in the Army I've even had it with me at the range where we lay on the ground and get sandy dirt in our pockets and it still is doing really well. I'm impressed.
It is definitely NOT scratch proof!
It is very durable and scratch resistant though.
I've had it since launch day, I have a small, fine, but visible, scratch near the top left of my screen. It's as if there's a small, fine facial hair the screen I can't remove.
I don't know how it got there, I keep it out of the pocket that I put my keys/change in. I've never dropped it.
That said, I've been hesitant to get a protector because I like how smooth the screen is.
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It is definitely NOT scratch proof!
It is very durable and scratch resistant though.
I've had it since launch day, I have a small, fine, but visible, scratch near the top left of my screen. It's as if there's a small, fine facial hair the screen I can't remove.
I don't know how it got there, I keep it out of the pocket that I put my keys/change in. I've never dropped it.
That said, I've been hesitant to get a protector because I like how smooth the screen is.
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Exactly, resistant enough that I prefer no screen protection. I can live with hairline scratches if its the only thing is need to ware a screen protector for. I have I small hairline scratch and its so difficult to see, I have to have a bright light hit it just so and look really hard to find it because its so fine...
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Yes, its fairly scratch resistant but not scratch proof..it boils down to applying pressure at the right angle..
I work with alot of abrasive materials. Sometimes I'll have sand and diamond dust on my fingers when using my phone. My phone is scratched to hell from this. But nothing to deep to maker me warrant using a screen protector. The scratches are only visanle with the screen off
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Yep I read a review that our screens were made with corning-ware anti scratch technology... I droppeed my phone off my lap getting out of my truck, face down, no scratches, only chipped paint... did it again and it went skipping along the asphault, face down again.. NOT A SCRATCH!!! I LOVE THIS PHONE!!
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I scratched my first Epic.
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After getting my Zagg on 100% perfect (second try) I still like the added security (even though I do hate screen protectors as much as you guys). If you don't think it will scratch, use sand, it will. Sand/dust/etc will be in your pocket or on your hand someday.
Found it.. http://www.corning.com/specialtymaterials/news_center/news_releases/2009/2009070701.aspx
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AndrewZorn said:
After getting my Zagg on 100% perfect (second try) I still like the added security (even though I do hate screen protectors as much as you guys). If you don't think it will scratch, use sand, it will. Sand/dust/etc will be in your pocket or on your hand someday.
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I'm going to keep a eye on my sreen till I traded it in on Tuesday. Till then, I'm going to keep using my phone in a rugged fashion, just to see how the screen holds up.
I also had a Zagg screen protector on mine and did like the "added security" but the phone's screen just feels so much better without it.
Yah. It always feels better without protection.
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It's the same "gorilla glass" the iPhone 4 uses. Love it.
Does. The tab really need an screen protector?
Or is the gorilla glass tuff enuff? Did anyone get scratches to your GT screen? Without dropping it onto gravel or anything else extreme....
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Have you need seen videos of gorilla glass?
I dont have a protector. I dont think it needs one with that glass. There was a video of someone shooting a BB gun at the screen and it didnt make a scratch.
Leave it off!
I did see the video, but im still conserned about getting scratches (on the GT ;-) from girfriends finger nails or something else really stupid....
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I did see the video, but im still conserned about getting scratches (on the GT ;-) from girfriends finger nails or something else really stupid....
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No you dont need it... Try with some metal, nails whatever... Glass is harder than steal so it canot be scratched... (with some normal use afcourse).
Have only had it for about a week, but haven't had a screen protector on it. It's been in and out of my purse and work bag ... not a single scratch.
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Played with a Tab at BB yesterday and it had a big scratch near the front camera. So it can definitely scratch.
Better safe than sorry!
A small particle of sand will leave a decent scratch. I always protect the screen, if not a scratch is bound to show up some day.
I like to touch directly to the glass.
So I leave the screen protector..
I use a screen protector, not to protect the screen but to eliminate the fingerprints problem
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my first tab before it broke had a scratch on the screen within a week (god knows how)
so the new one had a screen protector put on it straight away, they are scratch resistant not proof, same as the galaxy S and my S also has scratches on it.
its better than normal plastic/glass but they do scratch fairly easy!
no need for one. If you drop it on the floor it might crack, but it will do that if you have a screen protector too.
i dont have screen protector on mine, no scratch..yet.
Sounds like its an draw....
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Better to be safe than sorry have protector on mine as it would.be my luck if i didnt for one to turn up.. :-D
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I use the zagg invisible shield. it looks good and is pretty tough. application is retarded tho
I got a screen protector from ebay, extreme screen or something, exacatly the same feel of the zagg, but a lot cheaper, is nice an clear works great.
I have a screen protector on mine just in case lol. But from what I've been told we shouldn't need one... I'm half tempted to remove it. Screen looks so much nicer without it, unless that's just my screen protector that makes it look kinda dull and darker.
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lol yeah zagg cost me like 45 bucks
I'm going back into consruction so I need a new screen protector. What's the best one that doesn't hamper touch sensitivity and screen brilliance?
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The gorrilla glass it came with. I used to do the screen + body skins but as long as you keep one pocket just for the phone, it'd be pretty hard to scratch it. Been discussed multiple times...
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Realook, available on Amazon. Takes scratches like a champ, is invisible, easy to clean and allows all touches to be equally sensitive as before install.
www.stealthguards.com/
I ordered 2.. They are free with you just paying shipping and rival Zagg, and I think they are better. Try it out. You cannot lose with 2 for $5\
EDIT: Plus they are full body protectors.
have had the Zagg InvisibleShield from day one...
no warped colors and still keeps the same brightness as without....
+1 on the realook.
Its hard plastic not soft like the Zagg and most other screen protectors.
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Realook, available on Amazon. Takes scratches like a champ, is invisible, easy to clean and allows all touches to be equally sensitive as before install.
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There's actually a thread about this already in the Accessories sub-forum.
But anyway, Ghost Armor is what I use, and compared to the Invisible Shield that's on my brother's Epic, mine is more slick (less plastic-like and less gooey) and overall a great looking screen protector. Plus the fingerprints are way easy to wipe off, which is what annoyed me with the plain Gorilla Glass, which by itself is already very scratch-resistant but prone to fingerprints.
i know theres already a thread... but
I like the realook 11 bucks for 2 of them... run a hot shower in bathroon, then go in there and clean screen then apply. Bearlt know its there and has a natural feel/look , ive had the same one on for over 6 months now and its still hanging in there.... getting a bit scratched now but not bad enough for me to pull it. I tried a zagg one and hated it. Gorilla glass does hold up great but sand will still scratch it... i have a micro scratch from a grain of sand that was in my pocket from river fishing in the summer...... that was my turning point to go and get a protector.
just my 2cents
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Premium-Protector-Crystal-REALOOK/dp/B00417E0S6
Another one for realook...i usually hatescreen protectors but this one passes for me and doesn't detract from the feel if the screen much.
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It's a generic S-line TPU case I got off of eBay for $1.50. I've had a great track record with these on my other phones. But I was just wondering, since the N4 has more glass, will this protect my Nexus from every day falls? I figured that it would protect the front from cracking seeing as to how it has a slight (I'd say 1-2mm) raised lip.
Should I pony up the extra cash for a bumper or will this do its job just fine?
Also, the stock screen protector is starting to tick me off. Should I just peel it off and rock a naked N4 (plus the TPU case, of course)? Despite being made of Gorilla Glass 2, I've heard way too many horror stories of the phone getting scratched or cracking.
I hate the stock protector take it off haha, its really thin anyways, you'll be fine for a while until you get a new protector. And for the case, yeah I'd say it'd help with drops, not like an otterbox, but many bumps and will prevent scratches wherever the phone is covered or facing down while sitting. Don't expect it to save your phone screen cracking wise from those heart dropping drops though lol, just be careful!
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Oh my goodness. The screen looks and feels SO MUCH better without the screen protector. I'm thinking of just going naked just because of the glossy finish and feel. Is it worth slapping on a screen protector just in case?
I have the LG bumper, but I still have a screen protector on the front and back. From reading other threads the back scratches real easy. I also have a TPU case like yours that I haven't used yet. The bumper is more stylish than the case.
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I've never used one, I just like the feel of a naked screen. And if you're careful, there is absolutely no need for a screen protector. Even if you aren't careful, its not like the second it hits something you'll have deep scratches. Its probably a pretty tough screen.
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Silencer96 said:
Oh my goodness. The screen looks and feels SO MUCH better without the screen protector. I'm thinking of just going naked just because of the glossy finish and feel. Is it worth slapping on a screen protector just in case?
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Yeah the screen feels better naked but the screen protector saved me one time when I accidentally put my keys and phone in the same pocket. Screen protector has a nasty scratch. Glad it wasn't my screen.
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I got a tpu case. Ive been using it since december. No screen protector. Naked is always better for me. Even on my samsung vibrant, i never used a screen protector and no scratches after the two years of use.
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I use an X-Line TPU+Hard case. Its really good and doesnt leave glossy marks like the one on S-Line. And When I am not using it, I put in a thick pouch, with the case on... so that if I accidently knock it off the table or somwthing, the phone is still protected.
However, I would like to ask something:
My hands sweats ALL the darn time. So my I have to clean the phone's screen in short intervals. I wanted to know, will putting an Anti-Glare screen protector help me from having a dirty screen 24/7?
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I use an X-Line TPU+Hard case. Its really good and doesnt leave glossy marks like the one on S-Line. And When I am not using it, I put in a thick pouch, with the case on... so that if I accidently knock it off the table or somwthing, the phone is still protected.
However, I would like to ask something:
My hands sweats ALL the darn time. So my I have to clean the phone's screen in short intervals. I wanted to know, will putting an Anti-Glare screen protector help me from having a dirty screen 24/7?
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As long as you get a screen protector that doesn't have a matte or glossy finish, you should be fine.
Mybat tuff hybrid case on ebay
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NardVa said:
Yeah the screen feels better naked but the screen protector saved me one time when I accidentally put my keys and phone in the same pocket. Screen protector has a nasty scratch. Glad it wasn't my screen.
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The keys won't harm your glass. Sand will!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAExzHJIHHE&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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It always feels better without protection
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The keys won't harm your glass. Sand will!
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Those scratch test are full of it. Try putting your Nexus 4 in your pocket with a set of old keys and walk around and sitting for a few hours. There will be scratches on the back and front.
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I have a diztronic soft TPU case. Phone always makes a satisfying bounce sound whenever dropped (I'm clumsy).
^Agree.
I have all TPU cases with me for my N4 and I love the protection TPU cases provide. However I have got two hard cases too for my N4, but they are flip cases. Couldn't find much flip cases having TPU material in them.