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Best screen protector

I'm going back into consruction so I need a new screen protector. What's the best one that doesn't hamper touch sensitivity and screen brilliance?
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The gorrilla glass it came with. I used to do the screen + body skins but as long as you keep one pocket just for the phone, it'd be pretty hard to scratch it. Been discussed multiple times...
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Realook, available on Amazon. Takes scratches like a champ, is invisible, easy to clean and allows all touches to be equally sensitive as before install.

www.stealthguards.com/
I ordered 2.. They are free with you just paying shipping and rival Zagg, and I think they are better. Try it out. You cannot lose with 2 for $5\
EDIT: Plus they are full body protectors.

have had the Zagg InvisibleShield from day one...
no warped colors and still keeps the same brightness as without....

+1 on the realook.
Its hard plastic not soft like the Zagg and most other screen protectors.
DroidApprentice said:
Realook, available on Amazon. Takes scratches like a champ, is invisible, easy to clean and allows all touches to be equally sensitive as before install.
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There's actually a thread about this already in the Accessories sub-forum.
But anyway, Ghost Armor is what I use, and compared to the Invisible Shield that's on my brother's Epic, mine is more slick (less plastic-like and less gooey) and overall a great looking screen protector. Plus the fingerprints are way easy to wipe off, which is what annoyed me with the plain Gorilla Glass, which by itself is already very scratch-resistant but prone to fingerprints.

i know theres already a thread... but
I like the realook 11 bucks for 2 of them... run a hot shower in bathroon, then go in there and clean screen then apply. Bearlt know its there and has a natural feel/look , ive had the same one on for over 6 months now and its still hanging in there.... getting a bit scratched now but not bad enough for me to pull it. I tried a zagg one and hated it. Gorilla glass does hold up great but sand will still scratch it... i have a micro scratch from a grain of sand that was in my pocket from river fishing in the summer...... that was my turning point to go and get a protector.
just my 2cents
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Premium-Protector-Crystal-REALOOK/dp/B00417E0S6

Another one for realook...i usually hatescreen protectors but this one passes for me and doesn't detract from the feel if the screen much.
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Realook +1

[Q] Screen easily scratched

I am on my second Arc and both screens are exhibiting scratches despite being kept in a pouch and not coming into contact with any hard surfaces. Anyone else notice these so called 'scratch resistant' screens are far from?

Are you sure it's the screen it self and not the screen protector that's on it?
Most people get the arc with screen protector already on it. look close maybe you will see it.

took the screen protectors off as they diminish the quality of the screen both look and touch wise. didnt think it would be an issue considering the marketing spiel about the mineral glass!!

from my experience with "scratch resistant" screens, unless its gorilla glass, get a screen shield.

Depends what you mean by removing the "screen protector".. the actual factory fitted, almost invisible screen protector??

you mean there is another removable film under the sticky with the peel tab??!? hmmm

Ramos1910 said:
you mean there is another removable film under the sticky with the peel tab??!? hmmm
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I'll assume, for now, that was a genuine response and not a sarcastic one!! ;-)
Yes.. if you look at the very edge of the screen you can see where the factory fitted screen protector is.. it really is the best screen protector you'll get...

Ah ha! thats hilarious - I never would have guessed that! apologies for being so retarded - I never bought a phone which came fitted with a protector under another protector! its so flush I dont think i would have ever noticed! i just wonder how everyone else but me saw it. very helpful - thanks alot.
i'll just go and find a sword to fall on...

lol
I was also surprised, really great from SE.

resetoriginal said:
from my experience with "scratch resistant" screens, unless its gorilla glass, get a screen shield.
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My 10 year old Omega Seamaster has mineral glass and showing no scatch what so ever. My iPhone4 with gorilla glass is one big scratch.
I have the Arc now and am very happy with it.

Hello,
Does anyone here with an Arc have removed the factory installed screen protector and have gone without applying another screen protector? How is your screen doing?
I'm changing screen protectors every two months and I hate to do it, but I want to know if the scratch resistant screen is indeed scratch resistant. I'd love to go without a screen protector, but I'm afraid to do so, unless someone without using one can tell me his/her story.
Thank you.

I know it's not the Arc, but check out this SE Xperia Active "screen torture"

Mine (arc s) had no protector for about a month and got 0 scratches...
Now Im using an oleophobic protector(Steinheil Ultra Series [Ultra Optics]) and I think is unnecessary because the screen already have a better oleophobic coating, also reduces the screen brightness
BTW my brother xperia x10 still without protector for over a year and have no scratches
Sorry for my english

My wife took off her protection and now we are having another baby! Jk she saw scratches right away I would recommend using a scratch protector, because even the so called gorilla glass can scratch with just regular use
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So you guys mean that under the thingy u can peel off with the tab on the top edge is a screenprotector? I can see something standing up from the screen at the edges but cant get it off?
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realfelix said:
So you guys mean that under the thingy u can peel off with the tab on the top edge is a screenprotector? I can see something standing up from the screen at the edges but cant get it off?
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Yup, that's it. It's *really* difficult to get off.
Removed mine about 6 months ago after it got scratched. Never bothered to install the spare that came in the box. Been keeping the phone in my pocket (with wallet, but no keys or coins in that pocket ever) and there are still no scratches whatsoever on the screen.
There are plenty of chips & scratches all over the rest of the phone though.
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Poker gypsy said:
she saw scratches right away I would recommend using a scratch protector, because even the so called gorilla glass can scratch with just regular use
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Really? What on earth is she doing to the thing? I've dropped mine so many time's it's not even funny, it has chips and scratches all over it (including one scratch i'm particularly proud of right across the camera lens) and yet the screen is still pristine.
Are you absolutely sure you dont still have the factory fitted screen protector on it? Unless of course she's keeping it in a handbag filled with rusty nails and sandpaper, which is what my ex-gf seemingly used to do to anything she borrowed of mine...

Just like to point out something important, the protector that is factory applied and is hard to get off is a SHATTER PROOF SHEET! As the screen has been designed to be airtight (the gap between the screen at the touch layer) I have heard of people who have removed this protector and after dropping their arc, the whole screen shattered
This is why despite having a **** load of scratches, I'm too afraid to remove this cover, so I wouldn't really recommend it...

daveybaby said:
Yup, that's it. It's *really* difficult to get off.
Removed mine about 6 months ago after it got scratched. Never bothered to install the spare that came in the box. Been keeping the phone in my pocket (with wallet, but no keys or coins in that pocket ever) and there are still no scratches whatsoever on the screen.
There are plenty of chips & scratches all over the rest of the phone though.
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Really? What on earth is she doing to the thing? I've dropped mine so many time's it's not even funny, it has chips and scratches all over it (including one scratch i'm particularly proud of right across the camera lens) and yet the screen is still pristine.
Are you absolutely sure you dont still have the factory fitted screen protector on it? Unless of course she's keeping it in a handbag filled with rusty nails and sandpaper, which is what my ex-gf seemingly used to do to anything she borrowed of mine...
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It doesn't take much more than a key
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How did you get it off lol? I cant even get it to peel a bit..
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Am I the only one that got the screen protector separate in the box?
I had to put it on myself (very scary moment).
Must admit i've never regretted it!

Does the stylus scratch the screen?

Does the stylus scratch the screen?
Do you guys think that a screen protector is necessary or advisable?
And if it is advisable, will it affect the stylus and finger performance?

interesting question, as the current word on the street is the Note doesn't have Gorilla Glass...
i doubt it would though- but that's only my assumptions..

as its Anti-scratch resistant screen .i don't think the s-pen will scratch the screen but it more like in long term it possible when you put in your pocket with coins or keys , that would scratch the screen it i think.
my old phone was anti scratch screen too but still got few scratch on it from the house keys and coin in my pocket
ps btw i am using the note without screen protector.

I've always gone naked on my phones; no screen protector and no case. I can't stand the extra bulk/film. Even back in the days of windows mobile 5 and 6 with HTC phones that had PLASTIC screens that actually deformed under the stylus pressure, I didn't have scratching issues. I've always kept my phone in my left pocket (upside down with screen facing leg for quick and easy retrieval in the proper position) with NOTHING else in the pocket.
I've never understood the screen protector thing. For the most part manufacturers make the screens much harder and more abrasion resistant than any plastic film you'll find in a screen protector. I saw a guy yesterday using some Verizon droid with a screen protector that was scratched and foggy, and all I could think is "WTF, he wants to protect his screen so it doesn't get scratched up, decreasing visibility and looking ugly, yet that's exactly the experience he's receiving!" Lame. Sometimes people need to think about the big picture. If you're going to sell your phone in a couple months and are paranoid, that's one thing, but otherwise I think they're a total waste.

I still have the factory protective plastic sheet over my screen and my stylus works fine. I'm waiting for my screen protector to come in the mail before I remove the factory plastic.
I have always used cases and screen protectors on my phones. When it came time to sell my old phones, they are still in immaculate condition, like the first day I bought them. I am always able to get the maximum resale value out of my phones.
I think screen protectors is a good investment if you want to maximize the resale value of your phone

I have a screen protector on my note and it doesn't effect the performance of the stylus. It also doesn't leave any scratches on the screen protector so I am guessing it shouldn't leave any on the screen as well.
Overall performance , it's great and loving every minute of my new toy.

maxh said:
I've never understood the screen protector thing. For the most part manufacturers make the screens much harder and more abrasion resistant than any plastic film you'll find in a screen protector. I saw a guy yesterday using some Verizon droid with a screen protector that was scratched and foggy, and all I could think is "WTF, he wants to protect his screen so it doesn't get scratched up, decreasing visibility and looking ugly, yet that's exactly the experience he's receiving!" Lame. Sometimes people need to think about the big picture. If you're going to sell your phone in a couple months and are paranoid, that's one thing, but otherwise I think they're a total waste.
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If you put it on right, you can't even tell it's there. You wouldn't be able to tell that I had a screen protector on my captivate unless you looked at the edges, no fog, no bubbles, no dust.
The thing about screen protectors is... if you DO get a big scratch, you are scratching an inexpensive easily replaceable component as opposed to the expensive and very difficult to replace pane of glass fused to the LCD and housing.

Even though Screen Protectors can prevent the screen being scratched, it does also make the screen look less vibrant.

all my previous phones i had screen protector on but i decide that i go without on the note this time ^_^
ps. i just put 32gb card in and loaded ton of movies on it. oop sorry out of topic, lol

I was going to ask whether the seemingly strong screen would hurt the thin plastic S-Pen.

I never used a screen protector on previous phones, but I just ordered one for the Note. After only a couple of days use, I have several noticeable scratches on the screen - I would say that it scratches easily (these scratches are not from the stylus, haven't even used that yet).

I would think that the pen would suffer in sensitivity with a screen protector.
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There is a stylus made of a rubber tip, its called GRIFFIN , you can get it from ebay
Hope this helped ya ;-)
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I ordered one of these from amazon yesterday:
Vikuiti screen protectors CV8 (quantity: 2) for Samsung Galaxy Note - PREMIUM QUALITY (ultra-clear, scratch-resistant, high adhesiveness)
Vikuiti is the strongest and best true clear screen protectors around from what I have read - I will report here when I receive my shipment.

took my note yesterday play a fruit ninja with stylus... whole screen protector get scratch..

To those who have installed a screen protector, have you guys noticed any performance loss with the stylus?

fjdu said:
I was going to ask whether the seemingly strong screen would hurt the thin plastic S-Pen.
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This is a good point.
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cred0021 said:
I never used a screen protector on previous phones, but I just ordered one for the Note. After only a couple of days use, I have several noticeable scratches on the screen - I would say that it scratches easily (these scratches are not from the stylus, haven't even used that yet).
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I've had scratches on mine too, but I wiped them off with a tissue.

Xaddict said:
I've had scratches on mine too, but I wiped them off with a tissue.
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Paper's never a good thing to use for wiping clear stuff (phone screens, glasses, etc.) Wood pulp, which they use to make the paper, contains tiny bits of silica which will scratch those types of items. The scratches may be very small, but will build up over time. Fabric is always a better choice; the inside of my t-shirt is what I use most of the times on my sunglasses and phone screen.

MR.zero said:
There is a stylus made of a rubber tip, its called GRIFFIN , you can get it from ebay
Hope this helped ya ;-)
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U sure it work with note?
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Evo 4G63 said:
I still have the factory protective plastic sheet over my screen and my stylus works fine. I'm waiting for my screen protector to come in the mail before I remove the factory plastic.
I have always used cases and screen protectors on my phones. When it came time to sell my old phones, they are still in immaculate condition, like the first day I bought them. I am always able to get the maximum resale value out of my phones.
I think screen protectors is a good investment if you want to maximize the resale value of your phone
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I manufacture cases for phones.
But before then and now I don't use cases, and beat the living daylights out of my phones.
This makes me financially stupid, and you smart (no sarcasm, truly).
However, I'm perhaps living a more chilled life.

Is it necessary to have a screen protector? Pros & cons?

Is it really beneficial? What are the pros and cons? Does it affect how clear the screen is? Does it affect touch sensitivity?
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I use an anti glare type for several reasons, 1) Keep it from being scratched, 2) To reduce sun glare, yes it does reduce the screen brightness the trade-off its worth it imho. 3) Finger prints smudges are annoying as hell and I cant keep cleaning the screen. 4) Finger glide yes fingers tends to stick to the glass but with an anti-glare protector they just glide. My 2 cents

Thanks, Blackwidowman!
Fingerprints are such a pain, with the screen protector; fingerprints don't stick?

I always use a screen protector my smartphones and tablets. I just get a clear one, and I don't notice it once it's on. To me, they are too much money to risk scratches.

Personal preference really, for some the added protection is well a worth the change in look and feel. For others like myself there's just no way we'll sacrifice the clarity of the display for any amount of protection.

Since my First android phone (HTC Desire) i dont use one and have No scratches.
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Never used one on any phone or tablet. I just look after my devices. I mean what would you be doing to scratch it? Using a shard of metal instead of a finger. Phones I can understand, putting it in the same pocket as keys or coins or somthing. I just never put anything in my pocket with my phone. But a tablet, not exactly pocket size. If I take it out with me, it is in a bag (on it's own) or in my hand. I have had it a few months and not a single mark on it. As for fingerprints, much easier to wipe of glass than plastic. Some decent screen wipes make easy work of them. Or a few breaths on the screen and a glasses cloth.
Basically, take care of your tablet and you won't need any kind of protection

I dont think I'll ever need it for my tablet. No scratches without a case or protector. About fingerprints, I never see those.
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Well this may not be a issue on the screen protector on the tab. The one i had for my charge did nothing but hold in all the oils from my hands causing the screen to have a constant foggy film over it. Just something to keep in mind.
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I'd probably get a stroke trying to successfully apply a screen protector on a screen this big. (No bubbles and no dust and perfect alignment because I have OCD)

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I'd probably get a stroke trying to successfully apply a screen protector on a screen this big. (No bubbles and no dust and perfect alignment because I have OCD)
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LOL! Me too. I a stressed out just thinking about mine arriving. Ugh, I may ask a friend who is good at this to do it for me.

I've had my Galaxy Vibrant for a year and half and my Galaxy 10.1 tab since July and I've never used a protective screen. They both get heavy use and I carry them with me all over the place and nary a scratch. There is a reason why they use gorilla glass.

I personally hate screen protectors. I haven't used one in I believe 6 years.
Given that it's kept in the Samsung Book Case, the only time I anticipate my Tab will ever come near anything that'll scratch it, is if it hits the floor, at which point it'll basically be a written off screen - and fingerprints? Well I have glasses anyway, so a spray or 2 of glass cleaner and a microfibre cloth once a week or so and everythings perfect.
I've also generally got quite dry hands, so with a screen protector on I can't 'swipe' across the screen because the plastic gives much more resistance than the glass of the screen.
Similar thing with my smartphone, nothing shares a pocket with it and so far I haven't had a single scratched screen...in fact the most damage I've done to any phone in the last 3 or so years is that I've lost the H and C from the back....

Some sort of screen protection is a must for me. I just find ways to scratch and break stuff.
I suck at applying the cling type protectors so with my DX and Rezound I have Otterbox Defenders and with the GTabs (I've had two...sold one and missed it) I have Gumdrop cases. Both these companies have a clear membrane for the screen which works well for me.

Although I object to screen protectors because they mess up the beauty of the display, I decided to get one due to the fact that I hate the finger prints i leave on the screen. I went to the mall and installed ghost armor on it and so far I like it, a lot, surprisingly. The display is still as beautiful, no finger prints and it actually feels nice.

it is supper hard to put one one it takes allot of time and paitnce i used my tab for a few months and i was fine without a saver i jest got one for fun but it is like heck to put on and i have a few bubbles in it lol

I love the skin-like feel of Zagg protectors. I now put them on all of my devices. No fingerprints, tactile feedback, and accident protection.
I put their leather skin on the back of my galaxy tab and the orange peel protector on the front. Feels elegant and solid.
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Agazzy said:
Although I object to screen protectors because they mess up the beauty of the display, I decided to get one due to the fact that I hate the finger prints i leave on the screen. I went to the mall and installed ghost armor on it and so far I like it, a lot, surprisingly. The display is still as beautiful, no finger prints and it actually feels nice.
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Today will be the third time I am taking it back to ghost armor in the mall. So far at least 2 specks of dust under the protector each time...can they get it perfect or should I just get my money back? I freaking hate the mall by the way...
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Endoran said:
Today will be the third time I am taking it back to ghost armor in the mall. So far at least 2 specks of dust under the protector each time...can they get it perfect or should I just get my money back? I freaking hate the mall by the way...
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They F'ed it up again. They went thru 2 protectors this time since I told them perfection or bust (which was their whole stock at the time). The guy told me it was imperfections in the screen protector...really...seriously? They don't refund their labor cost either, bunch of BS, I do NOT recommend ghost armor. I got what money I could get refunded and I'm never going back.
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They F'ed it up again. They went thru 2 protectors this time since I told them perfection or bust (which was their whole stock at the time). The guy told me it was imperfections in the screen protector...really...seriously? They don't refund their labor cost either, bunch of BS, I do NOT recommend ghost armor. I got what money I could get refunded and I'm never going back.
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Wait
You pay somebody to put on the protector for you? lol
I got this : http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Y09J68/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
Took me one try to apply it and it's perfect. I applied it in a hot steamy bathroom

Am I the only one impressed by Gorilla Glass 4?

Am I the only one impressed by Gorilla Glass 4? I find the Glass on the Note 4 more resilient to the elements than its predecessors. Do we really need screen protectors on this beauty?

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Am I the only one impressed by Gorilla Glass 4? I find the Glass on the Note 4 more resilient to the elements than its predecessors. Do we really need screen protectors on this beauty?
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Yes we do.
Today I was very dishearted to notice a few micro scratches on my screen.
So now I have to buy a screen protector as I prefer using the phone naked. I was hoping to not buy one because the phone is so beautiful and glass protectors are so expensive, but compared to the amount I will have to pay to get an insurance claim on the phone, it's cheap. I am so disappointed in myself. I love my phone very much and thought I was taking very good care of it, but I guess I wasn't as careful as I should be. I bought into the hype of GG4 and not it's going to cost me.

Owed my Note 4 since its release with no screen protector and far not one scratch.
But in fairness I'm usually good about not getting scratches on my phone. Im always aware when I put it in my pocket making sure I have no keys for items that will cause scratches.

No scratches here. I'm rocking the tech 21 impactology case (most of the time), no screen protector.
I've had this note 4 since the 3rd day they were out.

I will always use a screen protector...for the sole fact that its a biatch to keep it clean lol

I was able to buff out the micro scratches. Still looking for a good screen protector though.
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Glad you got the micro scratches buffed out. We sell a lot of these:
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield...-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields

Keep a screen protector on. It helps with the resell value.

Can't allow even the slightest scratch to impede my vision while watching movies on the moon... so yes, I use protection.

Temetka said:
I was able to buff out the micro scratches. Still looking for a good screen protector though.
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How did you buff them out?

Guys just use the glass protector

They were really hard to see so I just kept rubbing the area with a micro fiber cloth for about 30 minutes. They are still there but you have to put the phone real close to your face with light coming from the side.
I found a $25 tempered glass screen protector today after work at a mobile phone store. There is a halo effect, but I feel much better now. I'm still looking at this one though.
http://www.moshi.com/ivisor-glass-for-galaxy-note-4#black
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Is the camera glass Gorilla Glass? Cause I got a pretty big gouge on it. Luckily it is off center.
Yeah, about the micro scratches...are they just a scratch on the coating of the glass? Wait, does the glass have a coating?

SiNJiN76 said:
Is the camera glass Gorilla Glass? Cause I got a pretty big gouge on it. Luckily it is off center.
Yeah, about the micro scratches...are they just a scratch on the coating of the glass? Wait, does the glass have a coating?
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Camera is not gorilla glass.
BAD ASS NOTE 4 + BAD ASS GEAR S

shook187 said:
Owed my Note 4 since its release with no screen protector and far not one scratch.
But in fairness I'm usually good about not getting scratches on my phone. Im always aware when I put it in my pocket making sure I have no keys for items that will cause scratches.
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The micro scratches most likely come from pieces of sand in pockets. They can do a number on a display.
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Temetka said:
They were really hard to see so I just kept rubbing the area with a micro fiber cloth for about 30 minutes. They are still there but you have to put the phone real close to your face with light coming from the side.
I found a $25 tempered glass screen protector today after work at a mobile phone store. There is a halo effect, but I feel much better now. I'm still looking at this one though.
http://www.moshi.com/ivisor-glass-for-galaxy-note-4#black
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Doesn't toothpaste cover small scratches? Might wanna try that.

There is always this debate with every new phone. I got a few micro scratches in the first month of owner ship. Just like every other device. Better safe than sorry because unless your screen is made of diamond resistant is not the same as scratch proof.

Lol screen protector is not expensive . Got me a pair of 6 really good ones I love them came even tell they are there. DO NOT BUT ANTI GLARE. It ruins the beautiful display. Got mine for $13 from Amazon.
ROLL THAT SHT, LIGHT THAT SHT. SMOKKKKE THAT SHT
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Used tempered glass through out my note 3. Bought one for my note 4 till it got nasty. Got some regular ones that supposedly they are made for AMOLED display and RETINA.
ROLL THAT SHT, LIGHT THAT SHT. SMOKKKKE THAT SHT

Im impressed by it . . . I I dropped my phone on the train platform after stepping out the train with sview case. Screen was still flawless.
Needless to say I did but an otterbox as my commuter and save the s view when I wann abe sexy.
Overall the note 4 drop test versus nexus 6 really shows the strength of CGG4.

The tmobile screen protector is pretty decent, they are $18 but they will usually discount to $10. Most important it does not impede vr gear. After a week of use the protector smooths out and is completely unnoticeable to touch. For gear s I use the Iq screen protector and it's flawless

I got my Note 4 home, examined and admired it's beauty, and then put it in an otterbox defender!!! Better safe than sorry!