Screen Scratched - What to DO? - Galaxy Note 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Just fell down the stairs and go a 1cm scratch on the screen .
Any recommendations to repair?

all the usual. check ebay for scratch removers for amoled screens. . gutted for ya mate...shoulda used a tempered glass protector.
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jj03 said:
all the usual. check ebay for scratch removers for amoled screens. . gutted for ya mate...shoulda used a tempered glass protector.
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Thanks for the response. Do those scratch removers actually work? Kinda skeptical. Could it possibly worsen things?

Is this the product you may be speaking of?
http://www.amazon.com/Displex-Display-Scratch-Remover/dp/B0007WY0AW#customerReviews

tdoto said:
Is this the product you may be speaking of?
http://www.amazon.com/Displex-Display-Scratch-Remover/dp/B0007WY0AW#customerReviews
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Just read a bunch of reviews and stated that the product should not be used on touch screens.
I am guessing I will have to live with it

tdoto said:
Just read a bunch of reviews and stated that the product should not be used on touch screens.
I am guessing I will have to live with it
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Don't use that! I used it on a Galaxy Nexus years ago and it rubbed away the oleophobic coating... How old is your Note?

Got it on day 1 oct 24. Its note 4. Been an amazing phone, thats why i care about a little scratch.

I also have a 2mm deep scratch and tried to polish it away!
DO NOT TRY THIS, AS YOU WOULD REMOVE THE COATING WHERE YOU POLISH!!!
This would make things even worse!!

get phantom glass

RaW D Coy said:
get phantom glass
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Thats not going to help that scratch

tdoto said:
Thats not going to help that scratch
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it will help a little but you should just change the screen and then put on a phantom glass so you can prevent spending a lot of money on a hole new screen i've learned that mistake

I removed few scratches from my previous note but never from gorilla glass 4. What I did I masked area and wet sanded scratch out using very fine sand paper (1500, 2000, 3000) with final touch 5000 and polish whole screen using drimel with buffing pad and fine polishing compound. It is time consuming and results depending on your patience. Maybe put screen protector to minimize visibility of scratch and wait until replacement front glass became available - in my opinion is easier to replace glass than remove scratch.
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darekz said:
I removed few scratches from my previous note but never from gorilla glass 4. What I did I masked area and wet sanded scratch out using very fine sand paper (1500, 2000, 3000) with final touch 5000 and polish whole screen using drimel with buffing pad and fine polishing compound. It is time consuming and results depending on your patience. Maybe put screen protector to minimize visibility of scratch and wait until replacement front glass became available - in my opinion is easier to replace glass than remove scratch.
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Thanks for the reply i will do exactly that!

Just found this:
http://m.ebay.ca/itm/151460234922?nav=SEARCH
Is it easy to replace myself?

It all depends on your patience. You will need LOCA glue and preferably uv light. Watch youtube videos how to do that and see if you be comfortable to do yourself. There shouldn't be much defference between note2, note3 and note4.
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Just an update for everyone. I called around and its only $100 to replace the screen with an oem screen installed. Not bad. Anyone that has scratches or cracks may want to consider. I will probably get it done in a few months to keep the phone looking new!

tdoto said:
Just an update for everyone. I called around and its only $100 to replace the screen with an oem screen installed. Not bad. Anyone that has scratches or cracks may want to consider. I will probably get it done in a few months to keep the phone looking new!
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That can't be right. It's almost three times as much for the Note 3 screen.

tdoto said:
Just an update for everyone. I called around and its only $100 to replace the screen with an oem screen installed. Not bad. Anyone that has scratches or cracks may want to consider. I will probably get it done in a few months to keep the phone looking new!
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Is that price for whole screen? Oled screen, digitizer and front glass or front glass only?
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There is a video
Note 4 Screen Replacement and Charging Port Fix: http://youtu.be/FRkI0w8AITQ
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tdoto said:
Thanks for the response. Do those scratch removers actually work? Kinda skeptical. Could it possibly worsen things?
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i scratched my s4 with my keys ages ago, and got one off ebay...certainly helped lessen the scratch considerably...
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I have got scratches on Galaxy S2 screen!

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!
Spybreak said:
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?
pcboyy said:
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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pcboyy said:
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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jonny68 said:
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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ChongoDroid said:
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.

Screen Protector issues...ok if no protector???

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.
Bassarnis said:
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.
scoobysnacks said:
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.

So much for gorilla glass and anti scratch

I've treated the phone with kid gloves since I got it and already I've 2 scratches on the screen
Screen protectors are essential. ..
I could cry
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Well sincevyour name has the word fish in it im going to assume you come into contact with sand a lot, cant be avoided.
Sand + any glass = ....
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Gorilla Glass is very hard to scratch. I've had 3 phones with GG and have never had a scratch on any of them. I never use screen protectors and only seldom use a case.
There are very few things that will easily scratch Gorilla Glass, one of the most common being sand...it would be the first thing I think of regardless of your username.
Where can I buy gorilla glass for my note 2?
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Where can I buy gorilla glass for my note 2?
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If you paypal me 100 USD, you'll have it instantly. (You'll still have it even if you don't send me the money - it's the type of glass built on the phone.)
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If you paypal me 100 USD, you'll have it instantly. (You'll still have it even if you don't send me the money - it's the type of glass built on the phone.)
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Oh, I see. Thanks.
You will have your money on Monday.
same here, with the desire HD after 2 years of rugged use not a single scratch, with the note 2, 2 days no sand, no keys, nothing that could scratch it, but still a tiny scratch already on the screen pretty bummed about it, as i was going to get the official flip book case for protection, but it isn't out yet... so much for a non scratched device after 2 days...
Despite name I'm no where near the sea/beach although sand does get everywhere! I'm guessing there would be no way to Polish a scratch out? Due to the special coating on the glass?
I wonder when replacement glass will be available for some diy repairs?
At least you can't see the scratch when the screen is on. ..
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Did you put it in a pocket - probably a bit of grit in there.
Also, need to make sure there is no particles on the pen tip - on my old Touch Pro a couple of years ago, I got into the habit of always rubbing the tip of the stylus against my shirt or trousers first thing after taking it out of the silo.
GG and Samsung is the phones that for me always get some marks on the screen. Same as my old s2 back in the days and S3 both got it even if I dont threat my devices so damn hard. and I am not close to sand so that is not the problem...
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And this is why I use screen protectors.. Yeah these YouTube videos and other sites show crazy stuff trying to scratch the phone... But doesn't show how sand and other small dirt particles with screw up your screen
-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss
MadfishGTB said:
I've treated the phone with kid gloves since I got it and already I've 2 scratches on the screen
Screen protectors are essential. ..
I could cry
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This is concerning. I've had my OG EVO for over 2 years, the past year without a protector. No scratches, no scuffing marks. Looks brand spanking new. It has Gorilla Glass 1. I wonder if this Gorilla Glass 2 isn't as good? What other phones have GG2?
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Where can I buy gorilla glass for my note 2?
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Are you for real?
XDA really needs to do a screening during registration
I still need to get over and read the thread on screen protectors.
http://www.xda-developers.com/xda-t...ass-drops-tests-composition-xda-developer-tv/
Just sharing....
This was in XDA Portal once. Worth a watch. And this is about OG Note... Im pretty sure the glass on Note is much better... It shouldnt scratch with any amount of keys/sand in the pockey...or even rubbing them on it lol..
I think someone dropped your phone from a moderate heighy...
I had a Nokia N8 (long time ago, my little brother still uses it as a camera and treats it badly), an SGSII and a Note 1 before my Note 2. Never used any screen protector, never had a single scratch. The guy who bought the SGSII for me still uses it and it is still flawless. I will buy the flip from ebay since in my country even the Note 2 won't be available this year, let alone a cover, but just because the flip actually protects it from falls. My Note "1" fell twice and the flip made it survive without scratches on the body. As a rule I don't put it in my pocket, if that counts =)
You know which screens don't scratch? Ones with screen protectors. It's not a matter of how long you went without a scratch, it's how long until you get one. Again, I like the ability to replace a screen protector with ease vs any sort of DIY glass replacement. Next you guys are going to start saying how cases are silly because you never got a scratch on the phone... poppycock.
Its never been dropped, not even put in my pocket! (DONT LAUGH) but I keep it in a clean sock, changed every day and carried in my hand always.
Really can't understand where it's come from.
At least it can't be seen when the screen is on.
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Wow - do you use the phone at all?
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Its never been dropped, not even put in my pocket! (DONT LAUGH) but I keep it in a clean sock, changed every day and carried in my hand always.
Really can't understand where it's come from.
At least it can't be seen when the screen is on.
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I think it's just chance... My Sensation 4G which i've used for a year now, has no scratches... my Nexus 7 (which I don't usually place in my pockets) has an annoying scratch on it (actually defracts light). I don't mind hairline scratches which don't defract light... but this one is pretty severe... and pisses me off...

Screen scratches super easy gorilla glass is a lie!

Haven't dropped my phone and handle it as if it were my child. I have three hairline scratches on the screen from setting it on a counter[face down]and picking it up to see activenotifications. Disappointed with the build quality moto!
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joshpersaud said:
Haven't dropped my phone and handle it as if it were my child. I have three hairline scratches on the screen from setting it on a counter[face down]and picking it up to see activenotifications. Disappointed with the build quality moto!
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Are the scratches on the actual screen surface or on the front lip of the phone? From my experience the front lip area is very sensitive to fine scratches (though not very noticeable) but the screen itself is pretty resistant. This is a bit extreme, but worth checking out too --
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlFS-hQK50I
joshpersaud said:
Haven't dropped my phone and handle it as if it were my child. I have three hairline scratches on the screen from setting it on a counter[face down]and picking it up to see activenotifications. Disappointed with the build quality moto!
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That's odd considering the screen doesn't touch a surface when you lay it face down. There are small lips at the top and bottom of the phone to keep the screen slightly elevated. Are you sure it wasn't caused by dust/sand/grit in your pocket?
Usually use a screen protector but haven't found a nice one yet. Its on the actual screen. Goes right through my keyboard. Will take pics soon
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_MetalHead_ said:
That's odd considering the screen doesn't touch a surface when you lay it face down. There are small lips at the top and bottom of the phone to keep the screen slightly elevated. Are you sure it wasn't caused by dust/sand/grit in your pocket?
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Usually I'd mark it down to pocket sand but it happened while on a desk. Set it down, went to bathroom and came back it was scratched.
It sits like a nexus in a desk but I think it might have been from the mouse pad I had it on.
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Gorilla glass scratches all the time, something like a grain of sand can scratch it.
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Gorilla glass scratches all the time, something like a grain of sand can scratch it.
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That's because sand is one of the toughest materials. Yes, tougher than a steel knife.
It will be a great day on xda when people stop buying into the false info regarding gorilla glass and scratching....
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If it was a stone based countertop, then it may be hard enough to scratch gorilla glass.
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I too scratched it by putting it face down on a table. The center of the screen touches the surface and it even spins. I got semi-circular scratches on my phone. I never once got scratches on my GS2, so the only explanation is the fact that there is no lip. Today I received a replacement device and sent back the scratched one (Moto has a 14 day exchange policy). Now we know not to put it face down.
I learned my lesson with my Note 2. It was the first phone I didn't put a screen protector on and it was also the last one. I put one on my X before I even powered it on.
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That's because sand is one of the toughest materials. Yes, tougher than a steel knife.
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I know.
Well, "sand" can be many different things, some of which have quartz which is very expensive.
jlambeth1 said:
I learned my lesson with my Note 2. It was the first phone I didn't put a screen protector on and it was also the last one. I put one on my X before I even powered it on.
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This? No offense but it is 2013 and people have not learned to put screen protectors on the smartphones?
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bobbysteels216 said:
This? No offense but it is 2013 and people have not learned to put screen protectors on the smartphones?
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I choose not to use a screen protector. What's the point of protecting the glass if you never get to feel how nice it is? There are no screen protectors that offer the same feel as glass with the exception of the steinheil glas.t ones but they have their own set of issues. I haven't used a screen protector on any phone since the EVO 4G and have never gotten any serious scratches. Superficial swirls, yes, but who gives a crap about those? Not I. These are glass screens not plastic, and as such they are very hard to scratch. They don't need screen protectors.
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I choose not to use a screen protector. What's the point of protecting the glass if you never get to feel how nice it is?
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Because who doesn't prefer to have scratches on their screens right? It is not like scratches decrease the value of a phone or anything like that, in fact it makes it look better. And who does not like sliding their fingers across scratched Corning Gorilla Glass to get that reddish hue and that stiffness on the tip of their thumbs and index fingers when they scroll and play games?
/sarcasm
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bobbysteels216 said:
This? No offense but it is 2013 and people have not learned to put screen protectors on the smartphones?
I knew better but figured I would chance it and if I got a scratch that pissed me off enough I would just do an insurance claim. Oh well, it's my son's problem now that nice I gave him my Note 2.
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Because who doesn't prefer to have scratches on their screens right? It is not like scratches decrease the value of a phone or anything like that, in fact it makes it look better. And who does not like sliding their fingers across scratched Corning Gorilla Glass to get that reddish hue and that stiffness on the tip of their thumbs and index fingers when they scroll and play games?
/sarcasm
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Right, so use a crappy protector so the next guy gets to use a perfect screen. I sell all my old devices so I am well aware of how it affects resale value. Are you really going to ugly up your phone for a year or so with a protector just so you can make an extra $50 later on down the road? Or drag your fingers across a ****ty plastic protector vs. nice smooth glass when gaming? Doesn't make any sense to me. It boggles my mind how people scratch their screens so easily. I work in the trades and I always toss my phone in my tool bag with tons of sharp, jagged tools and I don't get any scratches ever. On any phone.
bobbysteels216 said:
Because who doesn't prefer to have scratches on their screens right? It is not like scratches decrease the value of a phone or anything like that, in fact it makes it look better.
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Hint: not everybody considers buying a phone for resale after the new hotness comes along. People who do? Of course they should consider putting on a screen protector and an otterbox.
But people who value ergonomics? Not so much.
FWIW, my last two phones have been case and screen protector free. They've picked up the odd cosmetic ding, but the gorilla glass has been flawless after two years of usage. YMMV.
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Hint: not everybody considers buying a phone for resale after the new hotness comes along. People who do? Of course they should consider putting on a screen protector and an otterbox.
But people who value ergonomics? Not so much.
FWIW, my last two phones have been case and screen protector free. They've picked up the odd cosmetic ding, but the gorilla glass has been flawless after two years of usage. YMMV.
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Agreed 100%.
thedosbox said:
FWIW, my last two phones have been case and screen protector free. They've picked up the odd cosmetic ding, but the gorilla glass been flawless after two years of usage. YMMV.
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Hint: Everyone cannot have a smartphone for two years and not use screen protectors without having a scratched up screen. There are no ergonomics to value on a scratched up screen unless one appreciates having their fingers get red or irritated from rubbing it while scrolling, swiping, or playing games.
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glass and scratches

anyway, this phone gets micro-scratches with pleasure
the gnex glass was much stronger
The phone has an Anti-Shatter protective film on the screen. It's the film that scratches not the glass. The glass is tempered and is scratch resistant.
I personally use Nillkin Amazing tempered glass screen protector on top of ASF. Now that you have scratched it up you could consider removing it. Do bare in mind that you will loose the Sony logo and possibly your screen warranty ( dependent on the region)
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shem2409 said:
The phone has an Anti-Shatter protective film on the screen. It's the film that scratches not the glass. The glass is tempered and is scratch resistant.
I personally use Nillkin Amazing tempered glass screen protector on top of ASF. Now that you have scratched it up you could consider removing it. Do bare in mind that you will loose the Sony logo and possibly your screen warranty ( dependent on the region)
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aha ok ...
no, nothing serious, they can be seen only by an angle under strong light
thegios said:
aha ok ...
no, nothing serious, they can be seen only by an angle under strong light
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Consider getting a screen protector. The glass ones are awesome. There is a thread in Q&A section.
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Hey Shem.
Thanks for the video, that looks fantatsic.
One thing I would say is the protector doesn't seem to sit in line with the edge of the screen, almost a bit of an eye sore, but your scratch test has me wondering if it would be worth overlooking that for the clear protection it provides.
Is there any alternatives that you would recommend? I tried finding that particular thread you mentioned but not quite tracked it down. I'll keep digging
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Hey Shem.
Thanks for the video, that looks fantatsic.
One thing I would say is the protector doesn't seem to sit in line with the edge of the screen, almost a bit of an eye sore, but your scratch test has me wondering if it would be worth overlooking that for the clear protection it provides.
Is there any alternatives that you would recommend? I tried finding that particular thread you mentioned but not quite tracked it down. I'll keep digging
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Here is the thread I had in mind: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2519604
and here is one more: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2492878
They were actually in the Accessories section (sorry for that). Tbh I am happy that the screen protector is not a perfect fit as it makes it easier to apply it to the phone. If you use a case that could also be a lifesaver.
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Here is the thread I had in mind: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2519604
and here is one more: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2492878
They were actually in the Accessories section (sorry for that). Tbh I am happy that the screen protector is not a perfect fit as it makes it easier to apply it to the phone. If you use a case that could also be a lifesaver.
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a reliable site where to buy the nillkin?
what abot the grando one?
UPDATE: ok never mind I have ordered this one http://theglass-m.com/collections/f...red-glass-screen-protector-for-sony-xperia-z1
as it's the thinnest of all
thegios said:
a reliable site where to buy the nillkin?
what abot the grando one?
UPDATE: ok never mind I have ordered this one http://theglass-m.com/collections/f...red-glass-screen-protector-for-sony-xperia-z1
as it's the thinnest of all
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I got mine from a polish equivalent of Ebay. I am afraid I don't know any other sources. Try ebay, amazon etc or google it.
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I got mine from a polish equivalent of Ebay. I am afraid I don't know any other sources. Try ebay, amazon etc or google it.
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And of course, I ordered the glass protector this morning and this afternoon the phone fell and got two chips in the protection film that can be clearly seen on white backgroud, and felt with the nails...
Is it difficult to remove the sony film?
thegios said:
And of course, I ordered the glass protector this morning and this afternoon the phone fell and got two chips in the protection film that can be clearly seen on white backgroud, and felt with the nails...
Is it difficult to remove the sony film?
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You will need something sharp and some patience. There is a video somewhere. Do a YouTube search.
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front screen anti-shatter film
I has repaired the front screen anti-shatter film due to the abrasion. And use a new screen protector to protect them.

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