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Screen protector?

Anyone going with a naked screen? I just got a trident case. It came with a screen protector. I like the feel of the glass better. Gorilla glass 2 unscratchable?
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Already scratched the crap out of mine I also like the feel of glass so oh well.

Naked, no scratches. More worried about the back scratching to hell.
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Naked but I got a ZAGG on the front of mine!

The screen isn't scratch proof. So if you care about getting scratches kn your screen, then get a screen protector.

DarkManX4lf said:
The screen isn't scratch proof. So if you care about getting scratches kn your screen, then get a screen protector.
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you can tell these people till your blue in the face and they just don't get it... all they see is Gorilla Glass and suddenly their devices are supposed to be indestructible...

Get the real clear one you won't feel the different.
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corythug said:
Naked, no scratches. More worried about the back scratching to hell.
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serious? the back cover is easily replaceable and cheap to. The screen on the other hand not so much.

I hate screen protectors. I haven't used one since I got Galaxy S OG (epic). It had gorilla glass and it never ever scratched. Got an S2, same thing. I have no reason to think differently on this one either. Besides if by some chance it does, I have BB insurance and will just get it replaced.
And I really hate cases. One of the major selling points of the phone is the sleek design, why would I ruin that with a case??? dumb. but thats just me

Totally nude here. I never use cases or protectors. The last time I scratched a display, it was a resistive screen. I did scratch my work phone Thunderbolt screen though, but I keep it in my pocket with my keys. lol

Nude! Just using a case. I can't find a screen protector I like.
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goblue30093 said:
I hate screen protectors. I haven't used one since I got Galaxy S OG (epic). It had gorilla glass and it never ever scratched. Got an S2, same thing. I have no reason to think differently on this one either. Besides if by some chance it does, I have BB insurance and will just get it replaced.
And I really hate cases. One of the major selling points of the phone is the sleek design, why would I ruin that with a case??? dumb. but thats just me
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+1000
On all points! :thumbup:
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What type do people usually use. I normally never use one, but I bought a Zagg for the front. I also have heard of Spigen, but haven't really found a review that pits them against each other.

I tried a SGP Ultra Nano Clear and it was ok, but I like the ZAGG that I've got on my One X (I know...I'm one of the few that like them!) So, I went by Best Buy today and had them install the ZAGG Invisishield HD on my brand spanking new GSIII. Funny story, though...
The guy that was installing it confessed it was only about the 4th or 5th one he'd installed. But he made a good point...if they do it, they've got multiple chances to get it right, whereas if I did it and screwed it up, I'd have to start over (this is the first wet-install screen protector I've used...the one on my One X was on it when I bought it second-hand).
Anyway, he goes through the process and once he gets done, he tells me that through trial and error, they've come to realize that the ones for the GSIII are better if you install them upside-down. His reasoning was that this way, the front-facing camera is covered (whereas it's usually not). Whatever, I thought...he knows what he's doing.
So, I get in the car and about 5 minutes down the road I realize part of it is overlapping the home button (because, obviously, that part is supposed to be AT THE TOP!) So, I head to the other Best Buy in town (because I'm now closer to it) and I show it to them. The guy just sat there and stared in amazement. He said, when did he install it? I said about 30 minutes ago. His only words? "Dumbass". So, he got another one out and installed it correctly and it's working perfectly. I let it sit in the front seat of my car for about an hour so the heat would cure it and it worked great.
The only downside is that it covers nearly to the edge of the screen and it's just slightly off-center. My favorite case now wants to lift it on that side. Since these things have a lifetime warranty, I may just run back by Best Buy and have them install another one and get it more centered. But as far as the feel and clarity goes, I'm really liking the ZAGG Invisishield HD.

Yea my screens fine unlike the people who drop there phone 24,7. Hate the way if you drop your phone, screen side down it makes a huge crack.
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I've ordered a screen protector and a case. Based on the tons of comments I've seen about the screen getting scratched, I am taking no chances with a as device expensive as this.
I went with the highest rated screen protector on Amazon to start with, as well as a $10 TPU case. I might get an Otterbox later if they go down in price or go on sale.

Screen protector
I was looking at Ghost Armour and XO skins. Has anyone used them? They are pricey but have lifetime warranty and look nice.

Any particle of sand is stronger than any Gorilla Glass by the sheer virtue of quartz (sand) having a higher hardness than borosilicate glass (gorilla glass).
Harder substance will always scratch softer ones.

[Q] Screen protector or bumper case?

Should I get the screen protector or bumper case? I don't want the glass to break.

I'm getting the bumper and a screen protector. Cases are too unwieldy for my taste

jacklebott said:
I'm getting the bumper and a screen protector. Cases are too unwieldy for my taste
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If the bumper case come with carbon fiber backing, pretty sure I will get one.

A bumper cas with some sort of backing might be interesting, but I don't see much of a point with bumpers that are just going around the edges.

If the bumper case isn't too bulky I will get it. I can't stand bulky cases like otterbox etc..

i'm planning to get those book-style case, so no need for screen protector.

Where's the vote option for both?

I plan on having a bumper case with a Best Skin ever full body skin... Hopefully it all fits :X

elliot.newnham said:
I plan on having a bumper case with a Best Skin ever full body skin... Hopefully it all fits :X
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Elliot, are you getting rid of your Infuse too?
I will probably get both, but for sure a bumper case. If I feel the need for a screen protector, I have used ZAGG before and I like there screen protectors, just gives it sort of an orange peel look to it though.

Both maybe,Screen protector for sure.Have destroyed too many displays

The Thickest case available in the market, the back glass breaks easily, the verge review is a proof, the phone then looks too ugly, i have destroyed cells by dropping and would not like to take chances with this phone
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elliot.newnham said:
I plan on having a bumper case with a Best Skin ever full body skin... Hopefully it all fits :X
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I ordered a best skins ever full body setup. Still waiting for it to ship. Have you got yours yet?
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Both!
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Skinomi or bestskinsever?

I'm deciding on 2 fully body clear skins/protectors
Skinomi
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009W6C4FW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B009W6C4FW&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwgadgetgblo-20
or
Bestskinever
http://www.bestskinsever.com/google-nexus-4-skin

SPG. I hate the orange peel on skinomi.
BestSkinEver? Dunno, i've never heard of it before.

hachem28 said:
I'm deciding on 2 fully body clear skins/protectors
Skinomi
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...=B009W6C4FW&linkCode=as2&tag=wwwgadgetgblo-20
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Bestskinever
http://www.bestskinsever.com/google-nexus-4-skin
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Skinomi is a little bit thicker, so has more chance of orange peel and had a little bit of drag on my finger swipes. (Nit picking, it is slight)
I found skinomi to be better than zagg, although I've had a few skinomis that had a speckled glitter effect due to an uneven adhesive.
In my opinion, BSE is the best of all these wet skins.
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chrisjcks said:
Skinomi is a little bit thicker, so has more chance of orange peel and had a little bit of drag on my finger swipes. (Nit picking, it is slight)
I found skinomi to be better than zagg, although I've had a few skinomis that had a speckled glitter effect due to an uneven adhesive.
In my opinion, BSE is the best of all these wet skins.
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Zagg is just like a piece of colorless orange peel,
I don't know why there are so many people still buying it...

Emama said:
Zagg is just like a piece of colorless orange peel,
I don't know why there are so many people still buying it...
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I think they have a good warranty... And they are much better at marketing.

I picked up the Skinomi one. Wish it could get her when my nexus does.

I got one from Skinomi as well. Price got me but they all seem to be the same for me. Maybe I'll see, I'm used to third grade protectors from china lol.

I've had a Skinomi protector on my Sensation 4G for awhile. No peeling, I usually forget its there... don't throw your phone in your pocket with your keys. Turns out the Nexus 4 Skinomi product was already on my wishlist! lol

I have a Skinomi on my T-Mo Galaxy S2 and it is really nice. I have heard good things about Best Skins Ever so I might give them a try when I get my Nexus 4.
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Just a heads up for those who bought from Skinomi:
they will be starting to ship anything Nexus 4 related tomorrow (nov 20). I bought a skin set myself.
enter code: get25 for 25% off on anything @ Skinomi. If paying by Paypal please do not use the Paypal link right away on check out because it'll not let you enter the code. Use the regular check out button.

Scratch Fixes

I have extremely tiny scratches on the back of my N4. The genius that i am was impatient and took off the original back protector it came with. the scratches are really minor but REALLY annoy me. I have searched around and dont wana risk sanding down the back of my N4 and had no luck with clear nail polish and have not tried any other methods, but what I have purchased is Displex (http://goo.gl/Slh1r) It has good reviews and Im confident it will pull through due to all the positive feed back I will post my results here after it arrives in about 5 days. :good: I was just wondering if anyone had something theyd like to share to help? :fingers-crossed:

Install a back skin protector. I know wet application versions will hide existing scratches and help prevent new ones.
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clockcycle said:
Install a back skin protector. I know wet application versions will hide existing scratches and help prevent new ones.
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But you will get scratches on your skin protector, which will annoy you again.
My advice: learn to live with it. You can't make it look as new forever. Yeah, you can, if you use a full body protector, but then the protector itself will get scratched, which will annoy you again. Then if you take it off, your device will look as new, but you won't be able to look at it for too long because otherwise it will get scratched.
Scratches are inevitable.

I don't mind scratches on screen protectors because I know they're not actually on the device c
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Reatret said:
I don't mind scratches on screen protectors because I know they're not actually on the device c
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Yeah, but you will still feel and see them on your protector. What's the point of not having scratches on your device if you can't take pleasure of it?

Androyed said:
Yeah, but you will still feel and see them on your protector. What's the point of not having scratches on your device if you can't take pleasure of it?
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I guess cos a protector costs a few quid and can be be replaced every few months if scratched? The phone stays pristine.
That's the whole point of a protector isn't it?
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hi, in my opinion the real problem are the scratches on chrome frame grr, no way to protect it without a silicone skin o a bumper

Androyed said:
But you will get scratches on your skin protector, which will annoy you again.
My advice: learn to live with it. You can't make it look as new forever. Yeah, you can, if you use a full body protector, but then the protector itself will get scratched, which will annoy you again. Then if you take it off, your device will look as new, but you won't be able to look at it for too long because otherwise it will get scratched.
Scratches are inevitable.
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Wet install protectors self heal
Androyed said:
Yeah, but you will still feel and see them on your protector. What's the point of not having scratches on your device if you can't take pleasure of it?
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Wet install protectors self heal, so there's nothing to feel and are so thin and unnoticeable. Why would you end up not be able to take pleasure of your phone?
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sonic_7 said:
hi, in my opinion the real problem are the scratches on chrome frame grr, no way to protect it without a silicone skin o a bumper
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Hence, full body protector

Have you tried the toothpaste method? For a very small scratch I'd give it a shot.
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Has any one tried to use the stuff they use to fill in chips on windshields?

donec said:
Has any one tried to use the stuff they use to fill in chips on windshields?
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The problem with anything like this is that while it will seal the scratch from turning into larger crack, you will still see it and it won't go away.
I wasn't kidding when I said toothpaste. I use the original Crest and it has done well for me. I use a small (barely) damp microfiber cloth with a little bit of toothpaste. Some people will tell you to massage it in with a swirling pattern, but I wouldn't suggest it. I rub in the direction of the scratch and then let it set overnight before buffing it out.
I haven't done this with my N4 yet, but I plan on it in the event that I start to see little scratches.

clockcycle said:
Wet install protectors self heal
Wet install protectors self heal, so there's nothing to feel and are so thin and unnoticeable. Why would you end up not be able to take pleasure of your phone?
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Hence, full body protector
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You're saying of you wet install it will fix the scratches themselves? How so?
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Reatret said:
You're saying of you wet install it will fix the scratches themselves? How so?
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He's not saying that the glass will repair, he's saying that screen protectors self-heal in the event that they (the screen protector) get any minor scratches. Your mileage may vary.

clockcycle said:
Wet install protectors self heal, so there's nothing to feel and are so thin and unnoticeable. Why would you end up not be able to take pleasure of your phone?
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They do? Well, then there's something to say for full body protectors. I, personally, still wouldn't get one (I like the feel of the glass), but if they heal the scratches I see a point in using them.
What I meant with not being able to take pleasure of your phone is that if the protector would get scratches, you would feel them and they would annoy you. Sure, the actual glass will be scratch-free, but the moment you take the protector off to enjoy your scratch-free glass, you will get scratches on it. So what I mean is that you will never be able to enjoy a scratch-free experience. I saw it like putting plastic over your furniture. What's the point in keeping your furniture brand new if you can't enjoy it brand new? But I didn't know that wet protectors self heal.

Androyed said:
They do? Well, then there's something to say for full body protectors. I, personally, still wouldn't get one (I like the feel of the glass), but if they heal the scratches I see a point in using them.
What I meant with not being able to take pleasure of your phone is that if the protector would get scratches, you would feel them and they would annoy you. Sure, the actual glass will be scratch-free, but the moment you take the protector off to enjoy your scratch-free glass, you will get scratches on it. So what I mean is that you will never be able to enjoy a scratch-free experience. I saw it like putting plastic over your furniture. What's the point in keeping your furniture brand new if you can't enjoy it brand new? But I didn't know that wet protectors self heal.
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Yes I see your point, one of these days I'll eventually get tired of buying back protectors so I'll just deal with it. thanks for your input.
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Acuity said:
The problem with anything like this is that while it will seal the scratch from turning into larger crack, you will still see it and it won't go away.
I wasn't kidding when I said toothpaste. I use the original Crest and it has done well for me. I use a small (barely) damp microfiber cloth with a little bit of toothpaste. Some people will tell you to massage it in with a swirling pattern, but I wouldn't suggest it. I rub in the direction of the scratch and then let it set overnight before buffing it out.
I haven't done this with my N4 yet, but I plan on it in the event that I start to see little scratches.
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The stuff I am talking about makes the chip disappear.

My displex should be arriving soon!
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I used Displex on my sony ion and it worked like a charmjust follow the instructions posted on youtube seeing how when the displex arrived there were no instructions

sirsmokey said:
I used Displex on my sony ion and it worked like a charmjust follow the instructions posted on youtube seeing how when the displex arrived there were no instructions
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Will do!
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Removing White Marks from Protective Film

Has anyone tried to simply remove the white marks from the protective film that come with the Nexus 4, instead of buying a whole new screen cover?

nah , i prefer get a new one, the existing one
easily peel off though.

The original one is crap. It scratches extremely easily.
Just don't use one. I have been using my Nexus 4 for 2 months now. Not a single scratch. (I use a bumper case though)

I'm not worried about scratching the screen protector, that's the point lol. I'm worried about scratching the screen. The original is quite thick and I'm fairly sure will protect the screen quite well. However, I was given a free screen protector with a case. I may invest in a few more in case this one doesn't work though.

snapper.fishes said:
The original one is crap. It scratches extremely easily.
Just don't use one. I have been using my Nexus 4 for 2 months now. Not a single scratch. (I use a bumper case though)
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LOL I've been using no screen protector, and no case and my screen is seriously getting so many super-fine scratches
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Which is why I suggest we leave the screen film from the box on, but the white marks are annoying. Mine is still on and there are no marks on it. It's great for running your finger on too. I've certainly had far worse screen protectors. I might try a little bit of rubbing alcohol this weekend to try and remove the white marks and let you know.

skezza said:
Which is why I suggest we leave the screen film from the box on, but the white marks are annoying. Mine is still on and there are no marks on it. It's great for running your finger on too. I've certainly had far worse screen protectors. I might try a little bit of rubbing alcohol this weekend to try and remove the white marks and let you know.
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I agree. I've left mine on as well and haven't any issues so far. It's really not a bad screen protector (or whatever you want to call it). I've purchased screen protectors for other phones that scratch very easily. I did purchase some screen protectors for my Nexus 4, but haven't put them on because I like the one that came with it. It gets the job done.
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So, ill have a pop this weekend with light rubbing alcohol. It might not remove it and it definitely won't if the white is on the sticky side but if it does ill happily use this as a protector lol

I tried nail polish remover and it was a no go.
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Not even a little bit?

I have the back protector still and from the feel of it, it's definitely not on the adhesive side. I haven't try to remove it but I was thinking about rubbing alcohol. I think it might take quite a few tries...

The back protector? I'm talking about the screen protector...

Isn't it the same material used for the makings? You're talking about to volume and power button marks? For me it's the white rectangle that has imei sticker. I peeled my imei sticker off and kept the protector.
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Yes, the marks. Interesting that you think they can be removed. I will have a go with some rubbing alcohol. Might not come off though.

Rubbing alcohol doesn't work for me. I've even tried to scratch them off causing a nice patch of scratches that are more annoying to look at than the marks. Good to know nail polish doesn't work... that was going to be my next step.

You can try using a white background on your homescreen

The patch is actually pretty small just the left half of the power symbol... I do have more screen protectors on the way anyway along with the new Rearth Hybrid case that everyone has been squealing about.

Ahhh damn they must be under the protector. Will have to buy some screen protectors

weird. can afford to buy hundred dollar phone. but cannot afford to buy $10 dollar screen protector.

faiz2036 said:
weird. can afford to buy hundred dollar phone. but cannot afford to buy $10 dollar screen protector.
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Maybe the OP had to break the bank to afford the phone in the first place.