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Does the Nexus 4 come with a screen protector?

Hi everyone,
So the question is pretty clear I think, I want to know if the Nexus comes with its own screen protector from LG/Google?
Thanks!

Sort of. It has one front and back. It looks like it's not intended to be kept on there, because there is a tiny tab to remove it, but mine seems perfect so I still have it on after several weeks!
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Yes and they are perfectly cut but the front one has volume and power button symbols on it though but work very well still got my back one on.
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Yes, the Nexus 4 comes with front and back ones. They are pretty high quality too-nothing like those 5-for-a-dollar ones you get on eBay or the one that comes on Samsung devices. Like somebody else said, there are pictures on the front of the power and two volume buttons. They aren't that annoying though. I took off the factory screen protector and put on my Skinomi a few weeks ago because I got it for that reason lol. I still have the back protector on.
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Thanks everyone,
does the device arrive with the protectors on it or are they separate?
Why am I asking? Assuming they come on the device, I don't want to think that I haven't received the protectors.

Typically those are the shipping protectors, they should be on the device. They really aren't met to be left on but to protect the glass in the box during shipping from scuffs and dirt.

TheeWolf said:
does the device arrive with the protectors on it or are they separate?
Why am I asking? Assuming they come on the device, I don't want to think that I haven't received the protectors.
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They are already on when you get the phone
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ryan stewart said:
Typically those are the shipping protectors, they should be on the device. They really aren't met to be left on but to protect the glass in the box during shipping from scuffs and dirt.
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Yes and no.
You are for the most part right, but since they have cut outs for camera and proximity/light sensor, it's pretty clear they expected people to leave them on.

I received my Nexus 4 in the mail yesterday and have left the screen protector on it's actually better than most screen protectors that are pre-installed on devices. I also think the volume and power indicators are actually quite useful. I'm still getting used to the location of the power button (coming from an HTC Sensation where it was on top). Like someone mentioned the indicators aren't too distracting either.

mwilliams05 said:
I received my Nexus 4 in the mail yesterday and have left the screen protector on it's actually better than most screen protectors that are pre-installed on devices. I also think the volume and power indicators are actually quite useful. I'm still getting used to the location of the power button (coming from an HTC Sensation where it was on top). Like someone mentioned the indicators aren't too distracting either.
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No it does not. It comes with a film that is static applied as part of the manufacturing process but they are not meant to be used as screen protectors.

they're screen protectors in a sense that its to protect it while it ships to you, but not meant for long term use. it doesn't have a good glide for your finger.
the front screen is rather tough. I've had mine naked for 2 months and not a single scratch. you may want to leave the back one on until you find a more permanent solution if you really want a screen protector.

Did anyone here ever use the Wrapsol screen protector? I want to buy it (and the back protector of course) but I heard it has the orange peel effect - can anyone confirm/disprove this claim?

TheeWolf said:
Did anyone here ever use the Wrapsol screen protector? I want to buy it (and the back protector of course) but I heard it has the orange peel effect - can anyone confirm/disprove this claim?
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There are a lot of discussions about specific screen protectors in the Accessories forum
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Do u use a Screen Protector?

As the thread subject says, I got a screen protector today but im not liking its display and ive also heard that Nexus 4's Gorilla Glass 2 is good enough to handle scratches, so just wanna have a general idea about what you people are having.
Thanks.
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nope. my n4 is completely naked. granted, i do have micro scratches on the back glass, the front glass is perfect.

I don't, did at first but when i went to replace it, didn't want to put one back on cos the screen was so much better without, only using bumper

simms22 said:
nope. my n4 is completely naked. granted, i do have micro scratches on the back glass, the front glass is perfect.
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Joey-UK said:
I don't, did at first but when i went to replace it, didn't want to put one back on cos the screen was so much better without, only using bumper
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Thanks for the replies, my back is safe with a back cover, was just worried for the front, from how much time are you using the device?
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hsn97 said:
Thanks for the replies, my back is safe with a back cover, was just worried for the front, from how much time are you using the device?
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4-5hours? Screen on time
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hsn97 said:
Thanks for the replies, my back is safe with a back cover, was just worried for the front, from how much time are you using the device?
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since january. im a heavy user, the phone is always with me. i normally carry it in my back pocket. i have dropped it a few times, and it has slid across tables and fallen by itself, but no damage(luckily it has fallen on soft things, or ive broken its fall with my foot).

I never used one on any of my devices. Im pretty careful and the N4 guerrilla glass screen still looks new after 6 months.

I never use them..

Yes I always buy screen protector and case in same week I buy my phone. It protects it from scratches.
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Joey-UK said:
I don't, did at first but when i went to replace it, didn't want to put one back on cos the screen was so much better without, only using bumper
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Same here. I've got a couple scratches on the front but meh.

I think screen protectors are stupid. Bumper case works fine for me.

nope because it always conflicts with my case.. so i gave up screen protectors.. and no scratch although the oleophobic seemed to have stopped working ...

Completely naked. Some scratches on the back but the front is fine.
Usage 5-6h a day since Nov last year.
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Nope Naked as the day i was born, Just the bumper had mine since dec:good:

People dont use screen protectors because they cant put them on hahah.fact

I only am using a rear protector on my wife's N4 because it's the only way to keep it from slipping off the orb. But my N4 has nothing on it.
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Thread Closed, we dont need any more screen protection threads.

So much for Gorilla Glass 3! Any help?

I am sick to my stomach. My new phone (3 days old) just dropped about a foot or so and shattered the screen unbelievably.
My Atrix took half a dozen drops like that (and from higher) and never cracked. What a frickin' joke this so-called Gorilla Glass is!
Is there a reasonably priced way to replace the screen? The phone still works but it looks like total crap.

nunjabusiness said:
I am sick to my stomach. My new phone (3 days old) just dropped about a foot or so and shattered the screen unbelievably.
My Atrix took half a dozen drops like that (and from higher) and never cracked. What a frickin' joke this so-called Gorilla Glass is!
Is there a reasonably priced way to replace the screen? The phone still works but it looks like total crap.
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This let me think om my bad day at my ex work, my S3 somehow launched out of my pocket and felt on the grond
I ordered a new screen for my S3 and replaced it myself.
Dx.com i got my S3 screen from there idunno if they have a S4 screen.
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I've dropped my n5 3 times on concrete and it's in perfect condition. I do have a pretty slim case on it though and a PET screen protector...
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OK, I got down off the ledge (LOL) :laugh:
Found a screen replacement kit with everything needed for $20 delivered on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Screen-Replacement-Samsung-ECO-FUSED%C2%AE-Microfiber/dp/B00DUR2GZM/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
Paid $3 extra for overnight air (Prime membership, ftw!) and I will have it Tuesday.
I understand it is VERY painstaking job to replace it, but plan on watching some Youtube videos first.
Already had a case coming that should be here the same day so this will NOT happen again.

"Samsung Galaxy S4 Screen Replacement / Frame Exchange" on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPXVnTlrqeo&feature=youtube_gdata_player
This guy is great. He is very thorough with his videos. Just a sugestion. Good luck!
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Craleb said:
"Samsung Galaxy S4 Screen Replacement / Frame Exchange" on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPXVnTlrqeo&feature=youtube_gdata_player
This guy is great. He is very thorough with his videos. Just a sugestion. Good luck!
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I had this happen a few months ago, but mine smashed the digitizer as well. Cost me $250 to fix and replace. I can give you a contact if you're interested.. I'm in Melbourne.

Let's not blame the manufacturer for your clumsiness. There are millions of people who use this phone and probably have dropped it too without breaking the display.
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techware7 said:
I've dropped my n5 3 times on concrete and it's in perfect condition. I do have a pretty slim case on it though and a PET screen protector...
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3 times in a week or so....
Might wanna try holding on a little tighter

Dont think i've ever dropped the s4 and not even a scratch on the screen although the S-view cover helps to grip it i think. The olephobic coating has worn away now and it gets grimey which is annoying.
The s2 got dropped on concrete and on a gravel path when throwing a stick for the dog. Survived OK

The thing I am wondering about, having watched several videos, is that they are all almost completely dismantling the phone before replacing the glass.
Check me on this, but the glass screen is NOT connected to any of that stuff.
If I was replacing the AMOLED/digitizer I could see all that being necessary.
However, once the battery, sim and sd cards are out, why not just go ahead with the removal of the glass?
Anybody done it that way?

to anyone wanting a Screen Protector

XtreameGuard has an amazing sale going on at their site, using the code 90off2 you could get 90% off any order of two or more products from their site.
Edit: just bought 3 full kits for $5. amazing deal.

Thank you!

Kittiesoncrack said:
XtreameGuard has an amazing sale going on at their site, using the code 90off2 you could get 90% off any order of two or more products from their site.
Edit: just bought 3 full kits for $5. amazing deal.
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Thanks for passing it on. Got 5 screen protectors for a few different phones for $3.49 shipped.

I got this on a promotion a while back. Personally I didn't like it and replaced it already. This is a wet apply screen protector and it has a very gummy, soft feeling to it. Fit was OK and it seemed to protect well, but I couldn't stand the gummy feeling of it. I bought a cheapo pack of dry ones off Amazon instead.
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I saw this sale listed on slickdeals the other day, and as soon as I saw they were applied wet, I passed. I bought a Zagg Invisible Shield once when it was the only thing available locally that would fit the phone I needed it for, and I'll never get another wet-apply screen protector again.

UncleMike said:
I saw this sale listed on slickdeals the other day, and as soon as I saw they were applied wet, I passed. I bought a Zagg Invisible Shield once when it was the only thing available locally that would fit the phone I needed it for, and I'll never get another wet-apply screen protector again.
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I used it before. Personally I have no problem installing the screen protector. But I just don't like the tacky feeling of the surface.
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I bought several a few months ago when they were 80% off. Not bad, especially for the price. It was very easy to install and after a couple days the "tacky" feel went away and was very smooth... Definitely not up to par with the higher end screen pros but at a small fraction of the price, to me, is a very good deal.
I would recommend them at the greatly discounted price, they get the job done and they are extremely easy to install perfectly.
AT&T Moto X rocking rooted 4.4

I already had a screen protector that I really like (the Power Support one from Motorola site), but I ordered one of the Xtreme Guard back side protectors. It was extremely easy to install, looks great, and adds just a little grip to the phone, which was more slippery than I would have liked. For 50% off (the deal at the time I ordered), this was definitely worth it.

Much deal. Very protection.

If you want a higher quality screen protector without that sticky feel I strongly recommend Skinomi over these. Still pretty cheap. On sale for $9 on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Skinomi-TechSkin-Motorola-Protector-Lifetime/dp/B00D49OUSW

I ordered quite a while ago. They never came.

hmmm
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I ordered quite a while ago. They never came.
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I use Fosmon screen protector and am satisfied. It's quite resistant to scratches, compared to some other films I have used in the past.
Xtreme Guard is ok, I actually like the wet installation method because it guarantees there will be no bubbles. I just don't like its tackiness which doesn't go away with time. Plus it's a finger print attractant, and sometimes it displays rainbow patterns when viewed from a certain angle.

Make sure you poke out the hole for the mic at the bottom of the protector. I did not the first time & no one could hear me.
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gtg465x said:
If you want a higher quality screen protector without that sticky feel I strongly recommend Skinomi over these. Still pretty cheap. On sale for $9 on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Skinomi-TechSkin-Motorola-Protector-Lifetime/dp/B00D49OUSW
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Had skinomi and they are all super sticky/tacky.
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R3dbeaver said:
Had skinomi and they are all super sticky/tacky.
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What? Something must have been wrong with yours. Or maybe a different model if their protectors.

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What? Something must have been wrong with yours. Or maybe a different model if their protectors.
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Maybe. My RAZR one was flawless. Tiny bit tacky but overall very smooth, no bubbles, no orange peel, no rainbow.
My nexus 7, however, had 3 attempts and they're all too sticky. One had serious orange peel effect too and another had permanent bubbles after just 2nd attempt. But worst is the stickiness. You can literally hear your fingers squeeking across the screen.
Ps: with Canadian shipping, it's $22+. MimeUSA is $24 + $5 shipping. Totally worth it.
Pps: I'm using XtremeGuard now on my nexus. It isn't perfect but a whole lot smoother.
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Note 3 Screen is basically indestructible from Phonearena

Check out these drop test done from PhoneArena...Post is old.. But new to if you haven't seen this yet.
What baffles me about this new glass as it seems to scratch very easily though in my opinion, already have some little scuff up marks from being in my pocket.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Drop...er-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-3-vs-iPhone-5s_id48199

Nice
It's a good thing, too. Mine took a nasty spill and I just got some nicks on the front bezel. :good:

Though the iPhone 5S is not that bad still it'snote 3 we trust! Strong, beautiful, durable, functional, feature-packed, fun, more than a companion, affordable and above all, the hope to smart phone evolution especially the note series.

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Though the iPhone 5S is not that bad still it'snote 3 we trust! Strong, beautiful, durable, functional, feature-packed, fun, more than a companion, affordable and above all, the hope to smart phone evolution especially the note series.
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IN NOTE WE TRUST......lol yes indeed...I believe its one of the top out there, The NOTE 3 is a Beast...I've had every note versions, And galaxy s2 and s3...I love Samsung :sly:

The 5S is laughable at best. "In Note we Trust".; I dropped mine corner first. Pretty nasty fall and was expecting a shattered screen but ended up with a bent bezel and that's it.
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Shalabim
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wish777 said:
Check out these drop test done from PhoneArena...Post is old.. But new to if you haven't seen this yet.
What baffles me about this new glass as it seems to scratch very easily though in my opinion, already have some little scuff up marks from being in my pocket.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Drop...er-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-3-vs-iPhone-5s_id48199
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JMillzHasFaith said:
It's a good thing, too. Mine took a nasty spill and I just got some nicks on the front bezel. :good:
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John723 said:
Though the iPhone 5S is not that bad still it'snote 3 we trust! Strong, beautiful, durable, functional, feature-packed, fun, more than a companion, affordable and above all, the hope to smart phone evolution especially the note series.
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IN NOTE WE TRUST......lol yes indeed...I believe its one of the top out there, The NOTE 3 is a Beast...I've had every note versions, And galaxy s2 and s3...I love Samsung :sly:
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The 5S is laughable at best. "In Note we Trust".; I dropped mine corner first. Pretty nasty fall and was expecting a shattered screen but ended up with a bent bezel and that's it.
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I have a note 3 too, but it just depends on luck i guess.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCX3qNtzGzI
this one cracked.
here is some other tests
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPkb9Pd0cmM (kinda stupid)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9d6yi2I7DOY (really nice, phone survived.)

wish777 said:
it seems to scratch very easily though in my opinion, already have some little scuff up marks from being in my pocket.
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and ......... the oleophobic coating wears off too.
I couldn't even think of using my $750 device without a screen protector. insane!
I got the 9H, it's like a second screen. I can take it off in two years and my flawless OE screen will command high $$$

wish777 said:
Check out these drop test done from PhoneArena...Post is old.. But new to if you haven't seen this yet.
What baffles me about this new glass as it seems to scratch very easily though in my opinion, already have some little scuff up marks from being in my pocket.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Drop...er-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-3-vs-iPhone-5s_id48199
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thanks for sharing. this is quite good actually.

Very impressive , poor iPhone still cant hang
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Hell yeah! Love my Note 3!
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Oh how the mighty have fallen. Seems like only yesterday, everyone blindly thought iPhone was the best thing since color screens. Now I think more and more people are realizing that premium materials do not always equal the highest durability. Note 3 FTW!!!!!
No I'm not happy to see you, it's just a Note 3 in my pocket....

I slipped in the snow and my note 3 went flying.Funny but it didn't break I thought for sure I'd have cracked screen,the back for scraps on it and the corner. But wow my heart stopped for a second

XiphoneUzer said:
and ......... the oleophobic coating wears off too.
I couldn't even think of using my $750 device without a screen protector. insane!
I got the 9H, it's like a second screen. I can take it off in two years and my flawless OE screen will command high $$$
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You know what..your exactly right.....So strange you say that..I Actually have a small section on my screen where it looks like a scuff mark..I took a magnifying glass and looked more closely and it looks like the coating is gone?? Wth lol...Called at&t and getting a replacement and ordered a tempered glass .3 thick one iff ebay..ordered 2 incase I mess it up..they were 15 a piece putting them my replacement phone soon as it arrives..

I'm glad that the phone is holding up pretty well in tests, but I'm still definitely not taking the risk of not having a case on it. My note 2 dropped from below pocket height onto asphalt for me, not even face first, and spiderwebbed completely, even taking away lots of touch sensitivity. Not risking that again!

Reminds me of the old yellow and black Nextel we used to dent the walls with to show how tough it was, One of the techs actually heaved it through 2 thickness of 5/8" sheet rock. The battery cover popped off and the battery fell out. But as John Cameron Swayze used to say, it kept on ticking.

Dropped mine one foot. Hairline crack. I am now a gorilla glass non-believer.
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They could say the freakin screen is made of highly reflective aircraft aluminum. Don't make a difference to me! I'm still putting a case and screen protector on it! I'm using the moshi visor xt. It was what the att store had the morning it came out. It's a nice screen protector but it itself scratches and scuffs. However when the screen is on you can't see any of them. I love my big HD display! Until the time comes that the screens are indestructible I will be protecting mine!
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They could say the freakin screen is made of highly reflective aircraft aluminum. Don't make a difference to me! I'm still putting a case and screen protector on it! I'm using the moshi visor xt. It was what the att store had the morning it came out. It's a nice screen protector but it itself scratches and scuffs. However when the screen is on you can't see any of them. I love my big HD display! Until the time comes that the screens are indestructible I will be protecting mine!
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I agree....Like I said above for some reason these screens scuff so easy it's almost like a coating comes off (happened to me) I ended up sending it back for another one and soon as it came I instantly threw on a Tempered Glass off ebay for 16 bucks....and put it on in a steamed room like they say...And sure enough its dust free..and the glass protector feels so smooth and no loss in touch responsiness even with spen, Good idea to grab a Tempered Glass protector...helps alot

I've broken both the Note 2 and Note 3! Guess I'm just unlucky.