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[Q] Camera lens susceptible to scratching?

The camera bump out on the back of the Galaxy S5 seems like an odd design feature. Doesn't this mean that any time you put your phone down it ends up resting right on the camera lens? Is there anything to stop that lens from getting scratched up from sliding around on tables all the time?
I don't have an S5 yet so I'm curious to hear from owners, what are your observations about this so far?

Looks that way, I use a Spigen case that gives me a gap.
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One thing that I would advise for better pictures is to take off the plastic covering on there. Lol. Isn't the glass on the lens made of scratch proof sapphire or something?
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Camera flash and heart rate sensor covered glass scratches too easy?

Hi everyone!one issue i have came across with i wanna share.
The glass that covers camera flash and heart rate sensor is not gorilla glass i suppose.
So in mine it gets scratches too easily even i am using a case.the sensor is working fine i guess
Anyone has the issue?

It's soft plastic not glass. Mine already scratched all over.
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NonXtreme said:
It's soft plastic not glass. Mine already scratched all over.
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Mine too.but sensor is fully working ri8?

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Mine too.but sensor is fully working ri8?
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Yep. Working with no problem
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I was also baffled why mine was scratching so easily, than closer look I realised that there's a thin protective film that's on it when new, this needs to be removed.
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In mine there is no protective film.but the glass itself gets scratched.

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Esspee_London said:
I was also baffled why mine was scratching so easily, than closer look I realised that there's a thin protective film that's on it when new, this needs to be removed.
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Are u sure?i know coz in s6e there was.but in s7 i don't have

It is very hard to see, but mine had a protective film.. Once I removed it, glass is fine, no scratches. And more importantly, shots are clear.
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Esspee_London said:
It is very hard to see, but mine had a protective film.. Once I removed it, glass is fine, no scratches. And more importantly, shots are clear.
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U misunderstood buddy.i m not saying about camera lens.m saying the camera flash and the heart rate sensor covered glass

That's right, it too had a protective film on it..
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wait what? the/my s7 edge has a heart rate monitor?!??!?!?!
EDIT: omg it has

Jomari29 said:
wait what? the/my s7 edge has a heart rate monitor?!??!?!?!
EDIT: omg it has
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So did u notice any scratches?

Mine has a little plastic film on the flash/HRM. Haven't bothered removing it as I'm terrified of any scratching. So far so good, no damage at all.
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I don't have the protective film installed from the start

I don't think I have a plastic film on mine. Heart rate sensor is easily scratched and that's annoying..

JohnLouise said:
I don't think I have a plastic film on mine. Heart rate sensor is easily scratched and that's annoying..
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Exactly. And we shouldn't have to bother about coz HRM is working without any issues

rpk12 said:
I don't have the protective film installed from the start
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Hey so, mine has some kind of screen protector on both camera and HR sensor, seems to be from factory and also no scratches

Jomari29 said:
Hey so, mine has some kind of screen protector on both camera and HR sensor, seems to be from factory and also no scratches
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It will get eventually. Coz there is no gorilla glass

I picked at the corner of my sensors for a solid 5 minutes. It felt like I was going to peel off the glass/plastic lens. Definitely didn't seem like there was any protective film, and if there was, they sure don't want it removed... T-Mobile variant here.

Nitemare3219 said:
I picked at the corner of my sensors for a solid 5 minutes. It felt like I was going to peel off the glass/plastic lens. Definitely didn't seem like there was any protective film, and if there was, they sure don't want it removed... T-Mobile variant here.
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There is no film in here from out of the box

P9 Lite uneven screen with a tempered glass protector

Hi all, any one here having an issue with their tempered glass protector not fully adhering to their device?.. This https://youtu.be/iYmX8hXtXNI is what is happening to mine with a tempered glass protector on it... This is not a one off as I've put two different glass protectors on my device and they both do the same!.. Do you think I can send this back to either manufacturer/retailer for a replacement?..
Thanks for taking and replying ?
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I had a similar problem several times in a few minutes I held squeezed with fingers on the screen and I think that helped. So far it is OK sometimes diverges but after 1-2 minutes holding is again stuck, we'll see how long

Afaik this is a common issue that is due to the fact that the edges of the screen are slightly rounded. Because of that, air gets between protector and screen.
Your best bet is to try another protector that is slightly smaller than the screen. Most P9 Lite protectors are designed so they do not cover 100% of the front because of this.

Schlengge said:
Afaik this is a common issue that is due to the fact that the edges of the screen are slightly rounded. Because of that, air gets between protector and screen.
Your best bet is to try another protector that is slightly smaller than the screen. Most P9 Lite protectors are designed so they do not cover 100% of the front because of this.
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Or simply buy a 3mk glass protector. No bubbles at all.
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Doesn't the p9 lite comes with a factory applied screenprotector? I've read it on some other forums

Rylo said:
Doesn't the p9 lite comes with a factory applied screenprotector? I've read it on some other forums
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Yes but that is just a simple foil. Not comparable with the protection that a good tempered glass provides.

The factory foil is doing well for me, but it is slowly getting some air bubbles on the sides after 5 months of use.
Would a foil hold better than glass on this device?
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I'm using spite glass protector... Wonderful!
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The problem isn't the screen per see, it's the screws that hold everything in place.
If you remove the back cover and slightly unscrew the 2 screws by the usb port (or other parts like the top) you will make the screen flat and the protector will fit just fine.
I've done that to my phone and the tempered glass protector fits perfectly now.

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The problem isn't the screen per see, it's the screws that hold everything in place.
If you remove the back cover and slightly unscrew the 2 screws by the usb port (or other parts like the top) you will make the screen flat and the protector will fit just fine.
I've done that to my phone and the tempered glass protector fits perfectly now.
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Dude you are 100% right. And its simple 3 min fix. Just did mine and working excellent.
Thank you for that idea!
Just unscrewed 2 screws near USB port, and screen protector is 100% flat. No bubbles at all.

ljuba_dude said:
Dude you are 100% right. And its simple 3 min fix. Just did mine and working excellent.
Thank you for that idea!
Just unscrewed 2 screws near USB port, and screen protector is 100% flat. No bubbles at all.
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The only thing that needs attention is the nfc antenna, you need to be careful with it. Sometimes it stays stuck to the battery other times it gets stuck in the plastic housing and it is easy to tear it.
Another side effect of this "mod" is that the glass is under less stress and is less prone to cracking on drops.

Fingerprint Scanners friendly Glass Sreen Protector ?

The Protector I use on Note 9, Techmatte amFilm, says will not allow fingerprint to be used.

Your best bet
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B...12MWQ&linkId=6dfc1480748ecf4ead4d209f582fe1e4
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charlieb620 said:
Your best bet
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B...12MWQ&linkId=6dfc1480748ecf4ead4d209f582fe1e4
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I pre ordered Skinomi film. Works on the S10 fingerprint sensor, so its good for this as well.

is it Samsung Galaxy Note 10 comes with Screen Protector pre-installed ?

The new Whitestone Dome specifically states it works with the ultrasonic fingerprint reader.
Had the Whitestone Dome on my Note 8 and absolutely loved it.

Spoke to local samsung shop, pre installed is plastic film.
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You will find many now. Hv used gadgetshieldz screen protector on my S10+. Worked perfectly with the Ultra sonic fingerprint scanner. Saw them taking pre-orders for Note 10 plus screen protector. Might be useful.
https://www.gadgetshieldz.com/galaxy-note-10-plus-screen-protector.html

Anyone has experience with Olixar glass protector? Can't find it on Amazon. One interesting note is that ESR has a screen protector for Note 10, but not compatible with the ultrasonic fingerprint. What is that for if not compatible?

It will come with a thin film protector pre installed (same as s10) but it's pretty much good only against scratches. Best bet for a glass is probably the whitestone dome. Already a video YouTube for note 10 and fingerprint sensor works flawlessly

I think the problem whit PET or plastic films is that leave marks made by S-Pen and that's why i think tempered glass is better solution than PET one

It looks like the following will be introducing 2 fingerprint friendly TGSPs for the Galaxy Note 10 and I would assume Galaxy Note 10+ at some point in the near future:
https://www.amazingthing.com/

I asked a UK dealer what was available, was offered this with a fingerprint scanner cutout!
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/eiger-3d-samsung-galaxy-note-10-glass-screen-protector-clear-74279
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Anyone knows how is the review of Whitestone on s10 or s10+? Last heard couple of months back that they are not very good with the fingerprint detection with whitestone. But I see from the site itself that they claim that they are the only certified ones that works well with the fingerprint sensor.
I am hoping that it will be good for note10+ .

Whitestone Dome install videos
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The generic Loca glass protector I got off eBay is great quality but doesn't work with three protector

k4p741nkrunch said:
The new Whitestone Dome specifically states it works with the ultrasonic fingerprint reader.
Had the Whitestone Dome on my Note 8 and absolutely loved it.
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It stated that on s10+ too and it was horrible..
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I temporarily took leave of my senses and allowed a Zagg kiosk tender to talk me into their plastic Ultraguard after he promised a free upgrade to their glass protector as soon as it comes out. I will probably rip this plastic one off before then because it ruins the feel of the phone screen for me and leaves S pen imprints.

Katmeat said:
I temporarily took leave of my senses and allowed a Zagg kiosk tender to talk me into their plastic Ultraguard after he promised a free upgrade to their glass protector as soon as it comes out. I will probably rip this plastic one off before then because it ruins the feel of the phone screen for me and leaves S pen imprints.
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ZAGG plastic protectors are the worst. They ruin the look, they ruin the feel, you can't really use the spen.
I order a pair of IVSO glass protectors, will put on today and see if FP works

ok so I just put the IVSO tempered glass on, I can't recommend it. To enable FP sensor the have a "thinned"? circle on the inner surface. It is VERY obvious when the screen is off and still visible when on. The FP sensor does "work" but you have to retrain it and it's very difficult to get it trained.
I will leave it on until I find something better
I' really annoyed at myself for not reading the reviews on all the glass protectors before pulling off the one that came from samsung. Apparently they all do the same thing and what's with the stupid black strip that covers the display, looks like they all do this too? I guess I'll go back to something like what came with the phone.

stuck the Whitestone on mine, followed the install to the letter, fingerprint scanner works better than I've had with the back of the phone fingerprint scanners. maybe about 1 in 10 I get a press harder or cover the whole sensor error when using the scanner, I also setup the fingerprint using the factory fitted screen protector and not the glass one, so it reads the fingerprint the same as the factory fit one it seems.
the whitestone does work, but there is very little margin for error in the install, basically you need to get the glue into a circle to have any hope of it working, then make sure you give the glue time to spread. so I can confirmed installed correctly the whitestone works flawlessly, just make sure you take your time and are 100% sure you know what you are doing before starting. probably better to take a bit longer to install and have a working scanner than something easy to throw on but a faulty scanner.
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I' really annoyed at myself for not reading the reviews on all the glass protectors before pulling off the one that came from samsung. Apparently they all do the same thing and what's with the stupid black strip that covers the display, looks like they all do this too? I guess I'll go back to something like what came with the phone.
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the black strip is where they hide the glue as they only glue on the edge and create an air gap behind the screen protector that's why they don't work with the scanner, it's why the likes of the whitestone doesn't have the black bars as they use liquid adhesive that bonds across the entire screen protector making a 100% solid air free bond between the phone and protector, so stuff like the sonic sensor can pass through, also likely why they use a weight along the line of the fingerprint scanner and actually line up the glue with the scanner on install to make sure it is 100% connected through.

Note 10 Plus Screen Protectors

Received this clear protector from gadgetshieldz today. Here is a quick review about the product, the back protector and the camera protector fit precisely and gives this invisible look for a price of 11$. It will protect your device from minor scratches and fingerprint smudges.
https://www.gadgetshieldz.com/galaxy-note-10-plus-screen-protector.html

Is the front case friendly and is it orange peel like in appearance like typical wet screen protectors?

anyone try the glass protectors with the uv glue?

drvtec99 said:
anyone try the glass protectors with the uv glue?
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If you are talking about the Whitestone Dome, then yes. It fits the phone perfectly and the fingerprint sensor also works perfectly. Follow the directions carefully and watch their youtube video before installing!

tsells said:
If you are talking about the Whitestone Dome, then yes. It fits the phone perfectly and the fingerprint sensor also works perfectly. Follow the directions carefully and watch their youtube video before installing!
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I agree. I just put mine on and works and looks great. Definitely follow the instructions and watch the video

I'm using PanzerGlass and it's fit perfect, case friendly, but I hate that "hole" for fingerprint sensor.. There isn't one on Dome glass, or?

Stanislav.K said:
I'm using PanzerGlass and it's fit perfect, case friendly, but I hate that "hole" for fingerprint sensor.. There isn't one on Dome glass, or?
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No there isn't a hole with the dome glass. I had the panzerglass as well with my S10+. The hole didn't bother me too much and was for me a nice guidance to the fp. But I can imagine that people dislike the hole.

Stanislav.K said:
I'm using PanzerGlass and it's fit perfect, case friendly, but I hate that "hole" for fingerprint sensor.. There isn't one on Dome glass, or?
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Post pics if possible?

Full adhesive tempered glass that works with the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
For your viewing pleasure

The Whitestone is pretty good but messesul the fingerprints . Found it cracks easily too but worth it for the security

I have been using these for a couple weeks, VERY impressed. I dont like the dome glass, and most films dont feel smooth. These are film, but feel very slick.
Check this out at Amazon.com
XClear 3 Pack Screen Protector Designed for Galaxy Note 10 Plus / Note 10 Plus 5G (2019) [Case Friendly] TPU Film Anti-Scratch HD Protector Compatible Samsung Galaxy Note10+ / Note 10+ 5G - Pack of 3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VTXQNMM/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_twBuEbTK593V7

I'm currently rocking the zagg glassfusion. Its actually a plastic screen protector that I can honestly say takes a impact and have had no issues with touch sensitivity nor the fingerprint scanner. My only complaint is that it's not a completely clear protector as it has a black rim that goes around it. And the front facing camera is not covered instead I now have a black ring around where the camera sits. Otherwise great protector. I'm a traveling service tech. And my clipboard sliding forward and landing on my note 8 was eventually the demise of it with a total of three impacts to screen.... so far this glassfusion has taken two hard impacts from said clipboard. Without even a scratch....love the protector they just need it to be completely clear.

Note 10 + Screen Protector
apiker TPU Schutzfolie für Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus, [4 Stück] Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ TPU Displayschutzfolie, blasenfrei, hohe Definition, hohe Empfindlichkeit https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07V6T1MH8/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_i_F1uxEbMM369AW
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ymeri said:
Note 10 + Screen Protector
apiker TPU Schutzfolie für Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus, [4 Stück] Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ TPU Displayschutzfolie, blasenfrei, hohe Definition, hohe Empfindlichkeit https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07V6T1MH8/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_i_F1uxEbMM369AW
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Tempered glass or nothing, TPU feels disgusting
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07VK3FQKT/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_apa_i_XQzxEb00N65YZ

Just installed T-Max UV tempered Glass screen protector. So far no problem. Fingerprints works very well. Recommend this to all note users out there.

wandro3d said:
Just installed T-Max UV tempered Glass screen protector. So far no problem. Fingerprints works very well. Recommend this to all note users out there.
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Any website link from where you have purchased it? I would like to order one. Thanks.

jovy23 said:
Any website link from where you have purchased it? I would like to order one. Thanks.
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I was on a trip to Asia last month. Not sure where you are located in the world, but this is where I got mine from:
https://www.unomax.com/t-max-samsun...ull-glue-tempered-glass-screen-protector.html
This is the only tempered glass I use which fingerprints actually works. Hope it helps.

taotechad said:
I agree. I just put mine on and works and looks great. Definitely follow the instructions and watch the video
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Whitestone has been near prefect so far using Supcase Unicorn Beetle pro I had to slightly file down the top corners of the case to prevent glass pulling up

Been using mine for 5 months now without a screen protector and not a scratch on it.
I haven't dropped it much though