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[q] s4 - do not use a screen protector

Hey All,
I was reading the user manual for the S4 (Link), and it said on page 8 "Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions".
If I didn't look online for the manual, I wouldn't have known this information, as I didn't get the manual with my phone. (Only the quick start guides).
What is everyone opinion on this?

victorlht88 said:
I don't think the sensor will be affected if the screen protectors are well cut at the right areas.
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Which areas?

They probably be cut around sensors at the top.
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I'd assume that it's because of the floating touch. Being an owner of the Note 2 (that has floating touch with the S-Pen) I can tell you that a screen protector doesn't affect my experience.
Now if the S4 uses a different way of capturing floating touch (because it doesn't have a stylus), this may be true. I suppose only time and testing will tell.
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i'm still going to use screen protectors.

I have screen protector. I got it with the phone when preordered. Its cut around the home button and cut just before sensors at top. All works fine.
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JustSueMe said:
I have screen protector. I got it with the phone when preordered. Its cut around the home button and cut just before sensors at top. All works fine.
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Does the floating touch thing work?

Hey, i too have the screen protector, everything including floating touch working alright

JihadSquad said:
Does the floating touch thing work?
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all working

Get a screen protector and a case if you don't want to scratch your phone, that way you can sell it in an "excellent" condition. I had my GS3 for 8 months and it's still in pristine condition.

I have had a screen protector on since day one with no malfunctions. Also, you will notice that protectors designed for the S4 don't cover the sensors at the top of the phone.
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It makes the floating touch slightly less sensitive (and accurate at longer distances), but other than that it's fine.

I have a screen protector on my s4 and have no issues

I also used screen protector from day 1, no problem.

had one no change btw after accident not ahve one now btw think may nto go to bu one what do u think? buy one:?!

ste1164 said:
They probably be cut around sensors at the top.
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yea u r corect plus i use ones no any effect

Scratch on nexus 4!! Heart broken!!

Guys, I got my nexus 4 a few days ago any it's been awesome!! Today I dropped my phone any it got scratched!! The scratch is slightly noticeable when the screen is on and very bright! I can also see a rainbowish effect (very very small) when the screen is on!! Is there any way to hide this scratch!! Please please help me out!!! Thank you!!
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Please ignore the typos!
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Don`t think you can hide it with a screen protector, but you could try. Maybe it will look a bit better. Best way would be to have the screen replaced. Didn`t you use a case or bumper? It is a glassy phone proned to shatter on impact.

Did you even try Google? If it's not as bad as the one in the linked guide, just cover it with a scratch protector and you won't be able to notice it.

Alright, I am using a poetic borderline with my nexus, I ordered a nillkin screen protector... Hope it works!!!
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Okay, the screen protector turned out to be matte and it just made the scratch look worse. Ordering a wet install screen protector soon.. Any idea if they will work?? I can feel the scratch when I run my finger nails over it and it is clearly visible outdoors!!
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S.H.A.D.E said:
Okay, the screen protector turned out to be matte and it just made the scratch look worse. Ordering a wet install screen protector soon.. Any idea if they will work?? I can feel the scratch when I run my finger nails over it and it is clearly visible outdoors!!
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Only a new screen can solve your problem

Try displex, i heard it's working, never tried it though.... It's worth a shot...
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S4 and Otterbox

Anyone have strange issues with airview and cases?
I normally wouldn't use a screen protector but one came with the Otterbox commuter so I used it.
My airview seems to jump around with the case and screen protector.
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xisruno said:
Anyone have strange issues with airview and cases?
I normally wouldn't use a screen protector but one came with the Otterbox commuter so I used it.
My airview seems to jump around with the case and screen protector.
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I have no problems with mine, using the same setup as you.

FourPointedFreak said:
I have no problems with mine, using the same setup as you.
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errr if I take the case off airview works fine......very strange issue

xisruno said:
errr if I take the case off airview works fine......very strange issue
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Perhaps part of the case is sticking down to the screen protector covering the screen somewhere. Sounds to me like there is a section of the screen being held down and when you attempt to use the feature, it jolts and jumps around not knowing where you want it to move.

I noticed this issue with a couple of cases on my friends. I think it is the cover near the sensors. What they did was remove the screen protector near sensors area and widen up the sensor area if your case covers it.
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Ya I may take the screen protector off. Don't really need it just need the protection from dropping it
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I think it may have been the screen protector as I have removed it and works great now.
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Samsung Gave ME FAKE Gorilla Glass ? [PICTURES][

What do u think by seeing this glass ?
i have bought brand new Galaxy S5 and this is the result. i think samsung provided me fake gorila glass?

What exactly are we looking at? The yellow tint that is your screen

I believe the OP is talking about the scratch at the mid - bottom of the screen, or what?
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Doesn't look like a professional finish at all

iliadis_babis said:
I believe the OP is talking about the scratch at the mid - bottom of the screen, or what?
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i am tlaking about botton and upside ( not middle , no problm in middle that is just fringer print ) but do you see yellow tint like foggy and also coating fade away littile ?

Yes I do, had kind of the same thing at my i9305. Seems weird but has no impact. If it bothers you you can always take it back
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it really bothers me it looks so ugly
baught new phone happily and this is the result.
I have one year warranty of Jarir Qatar but problem is i am in india , i am not going there anymore.
let me see anyway to reach them else i will replace the screen by paying money in india itself
because i really feel some problem with this glass.

Can't you take it direct to Samsung?

tbh that looks more like a badly applied screen shield

-PiLoT- said:
tbh that looks more like a badly applied screen shield
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I agree.
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Yeah you should take it back sir.
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Definitely looks like the screen protector is causing it. Can you remove the screen protector and see if that removes the tint?
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I believe he doesn't have a protector on...
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Looks like a protector is on. You should remove it and check.

Indeed. It's just the factory applied protector is coming away isn't it? Hard to tell from those pics with all the reflection. Down on a flat table would have been easier to see
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There is definately a screen protector applied, just look near the sensors around the screen you can see the parts where thers is air under the protector :silly::silly:

gee2012 said:
There is definately a screen protector applied, just look near the sensors around the screen you can see the parts where thers is air under the protector :silly::silly:
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I think the same
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*elmo* said:
I think the same
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No brother , I have not put any screen protector.
that is not bubble , that is coating fade away .
So sad I have got manufacturer defected phone.

It REALLY looks like some kind of protective film. Are you sure it's not? I've never heard of "coating fading away" before.
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I do not see anything remotely looking like a screen protector or anything like that, that said, it is just an unfortunate production malfunction which can always happen and so obvious you don't have to worry about it and can just return it to get a replacement. I do not really see the need for a whole thread on such a problem.
Would I feel bummed out about it, of course, but these things happen and are easily solved. Thread closed?

Tempered glass or reg screen protector

Peoples input please
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I've heard all the tempered screen protectors currently available for curved screens are crap. I'd rather have that when a good one comes out.
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This looks good and comes with a screen protector OtterBox DEFENDER SERIES Case for Samsung Galaxy Note7 - Frustration Free Packaging - BLACK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IFLWSBO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_EHKVxb5H5MKPV
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xraytedjim said:
I've heard all the tempered screen protectors currently available for curved screens are crap. I'd rather have that when a good one comes out.
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From what I've read most curved glass screens require additional duct tape to hold it in place...and because they don't have any glue in the middle, it doesn't really contact the screen itself, ruining touch sensitivity.

I had a tempered glass on my s6+ it glued just fine but is it worth using
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Have you guys experience touch sensitivity issues with wet screen protectors?
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I do but I don't have a protector on
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dvtmg704 said:
I do but I don't have a protector on
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Same, I find myself tapping the screen twice

dvtmg704 said:
I do but I don't have a protector on
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Do you his believe it's a software issue.
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borijess said:
Do you his believe it's a software issue.
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No I think it's just the water not playing good with the screen nothing to worry about
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dvtmg704 said:
No I think it's just the water not playing good with the screen nothing to worry about
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What do you mean? You are not using a screen out protector.
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I haven't gotten a screen protector yet
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If ur finger is wet on any phone it won't respond good
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dvtmg704 said:
If ur finger is wet on any phone it won't respond good
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I think we have a misunderstanding between two Puerto Ricans. I meant the screen protectors that are applied using the wet method. I did not say my fingers are wet.
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borijess said:
I think we have a misunderstanding between two Puerto Ricans. I meant the screen protectors that are applied using the wet method. I did not say my fingers are wet.
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My bad Papa I have used them before I just don't like the rubber feel of them
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I put a Skinomi screen protector on mine yesterday. It goes on wet. Before this I've only used tempered glass but there isn't any good option for the Note 7 yet. I'm surprised to say that I'm happy with the Skinomi. It hasn't effected touch sensitivity or the pen, and feels good.
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e36eury said:
I put a Skinomi screen protector on mine yesterday. It goes on wet. Before this I've only used tempered glass but there isn't any good option for the Note 7 yet. I'm surprised to say that I'm happy with the Skinomi. It hasn't effected touch sensitivity or the pen, and feels good.
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Are you using a case with it?

I've got a clear Ringke case that was 99 cents as a preorder. It just barely touches the corners of the screen protector. Doesn't seem to be pushing it up after a few days.

Had the Skinomi on for one day. Applied perfectly with no bubbles or lint or anything in a steam filled bathroom and then let sit for a day. Shortly after putting the case on, started bunching up on 2 corners and this was the case friendly film I might add. Next day I broke down and went to ATT store and put the curved plastic protector they had there. Better than nothing and plays well with my case.

Problem with that is not every case is the same. Sounds like your case goes farther up on the screen than mine. Which case had issues with the Skinomi?