I've had this phone since day one. I've been very happy with the phone. I have a case on the phone but I can not get a tempered glass to fit correctly, so I have not had any screen protector. I placed the phone on my desk at work and if it dropped 1-2 inches to the desk that is a lot. When it turned the phone over the screen was cracked from the right side of the finger print scanner to the left of the screen.
I do have insurance with Asuron. So I give them a call and the Silver S7 edge is not available, heck no S7 edge is available. So now the claim is on back order. Also, the deductible is $199 for the phone. I've had insurance on my lines for 10+ years a drunken I haven't had a claim since the htc ThunderBolt. I'm thinking of switching to the regular S7 cause then I can get a tempered glass.
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Regular s7 doesnt have tempered glass either.. atleast for now.
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Remember that new phones come with what they call 2.5D glass (where glass curves ever so slightly on the edges, typically into the frame) and because of that there are still some issues with tempered glass.
It sucks your screen broke but maybe getting a case with a lip is better than new phone. Just my two cents.
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I bought a case from my local 'Five Below' store for $5. Also bought a screen protector from Amazon for $8.
I've dropped my phone a few times now and so far no cracks or scruffs.
I received my warranty phone from Asurion and I guess because the phone was on back order I got a completely new phone. It came on the Samsung box with all the accessories. Now I'm going to buy some sort of screen protector.
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I bought s7 edge new...a few days ago...
I bought him a Screen Protector puregear, simple a bad screen protector.
And I can not find a good screen protector, In the meantime, I'm not using my s7 edge, because it.
I anyway not love screen protector, so I thought maybe... I will use my s7 edge without a screen protector
Would be very happy to hear your opinions, worthwhile or not ?
If you can elaborate This will help me, thus I will learn more.
Thanks!!!
I'm using it without one too, but I use the leather cover from Samsung(not the flip cover). Just as drop protection and because the phone is very slippery without one
I've spent more than 50$ on screen protectors still haven't find anything that last longer than a week. Somes peeled off, somes have touch issues so i decided to just use my phone naked. The phone hold up surprisingly well for the past 2 months, not any scratches even when i did drop it twice and there were some dents on the benzel.
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My advice is u should definitely buy a case since the phone is pretty slippery and the benzels are so thin that u might find ur fingers resting on the screen causing touch issues.
Screen protectors are all personal preferences. From what i know, it limit the beauty of the screen, harder to see in direct sunlight, and u cant use it underwater.
Why not using it with a flip cover (but w/o screen protector)?
Best of both worlds, you can show the phone off yet it is protected all-round.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01DCGNH1W/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01GTNI076/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have both. The leather one is sheer class (and better protection), the slim line one is form fitting with less protection (but still a helluvamore than not using anything).
Both make the phone look superb.
I have my s7e from since it came out, i found that my diamond bling scratches the screen when i put it on my ear so bought a screen protector but lasted 4 hours, im not fund of screen protectors i like my screen naked. Have hundreds of scratches now.
who needs a screen protector? I've never used one since like 4 years and all my phones are exposed at least to dog bites (I'm a vet and the phone is always a curious thing for them), and never broke anyone
With the s7 edge I'm using it for three months and never used one, both crystals are like new, but I'm using a spigen case because samsung's sucks
I don't use a screen protector or any protection at all, and my device (which I bought in March, shortly after its release) looks just fine. No scratches on the body, and I only have a teenie tiny scratch on the screen, which isn't bothering me. If you're the type of person who throws his stuff around, then I'd get some protection. If you're like me and you love using your devices naked, then go ahead and do that. Just DO NOT keep your phone in the same pocket with your keys etc. That will 100% scratch up your phone. Keep it generally far away from metal parts, including metallic zippers on jackets/hoodies/jeans!
I've had mine since before the official release (Tmo FTW) and I've never had a screen protector on it. I do use a Spigen black TPU case, but my screen has 0 noticeable scratches on it. You can find one or two if the screen is off and you're looking for them, but if the screen is on, you couldn't see them if you tried.
i havent had a screen protector since day one and have to scratches on mine. still looks brand new
I got a WriteRight flex screen protector (film style) from Staples in Ontario, Canada. Came with 2. First one is still on and doing well to stop simple scratches from car keys and such. It seems like there are no good options for glass protectors due to the edge. I usually would always use a glass protector + skin on body. This time i have a case that is banana-shaped to protector the screen if it falls face down and the film protector for minor scratch protection. Decent combo.
I tried multiple screen protectors and all of them were actual garbage because of the edge screen. I've been using mine without a screen protector for the last few months. It's just not worth it to me to Cripple the device and stop the enjoyment of using it because of a bad screen protector or because I'm worried about a small scratch. I've had good luck I've got a slight scratch that cannot be seen unless you're really looking for it hard after 2 months. Biggest thing is keep your keys and pens out of your pocket that your phone is in
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No screen protector here. No problems ;]
Just like @ flyinj54 said, I keep my phone in my left pocket by itself. Keys and whatever else I put in my right pocket. As long as you do that and don't drop your phone you'll be good.
I tried going protector-less for a while and discovered a small scratch from somewhere. I'm very careful with my phone and hate scratches. After trying a vinyl skinomi wet install which kept on denting/imprinting, a few cheap glass ones, i've settled on the spigen plastic protector, which has been working great!
I too have spend nearly £50 on screen protectors, haven't found a good one yet, and so I now use my S7E without screen protector.
I have spend some fair amount of money on case though, I have a Noreve case, and a Piel Frama's SlimFrama case.
FreedomLife said:
I bought s7 edge new...a few days ago...
I bought him a Screen Protector puregear, simple a bad screen protector.
And I can not find a good screen protector, In the meantime, I'm not using my s7 edge, because it.
I anyway not love screen protector, so I thought maybe... I will use my s7 edge without a screen protector
Would be very happy to hear your opinions, worthwhile or not ?
If you can elaborate This will help me, thus I will learn more.
Thanks!!!
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I did that for a while with only the Samsung Flip Wallet cover. It was fine. found Skinomi matteskin screen protector that wraps around the edges, I love it! it reduces glare and also keeps grease and fingerprints off the screen. It has almost a rubbery vinyl feel to it.
chinhe said:
I have my s7e from since it came out, i found that my diamond bling scratches the screen when i put it on my ear so bought a screen protector but lasted 4 hours, im not fund of screen protectors i like my screen naked. Have hundreds of scratches now.
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It doesn't bother you?
FreedomLife said:
It doesn't bother you?
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Not that much. The scratches are not even visible when the screen is on.
chinhe said:
Not that much. The scratches are not even visible when the screen is on.
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Many have written online, They see scratches only the screen is turned off
You not see to scratches When the Screen active?
FreedomLife said:
Many have written online, They see scratches only the screen is turned off
You not see to scratches When the Screen active?
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Yes i can confirm this. Even at screen off the scratches are barely visible, you can notice only if you look close to the screen. For me it really makes difference, i mean the screen is much clearer without protector because most protectors tend to absorb dirt being plastic(with all of my devices i used before never had protectors), much crispier and brighter. I dont know its just my opinion.
It's really quite simple. Unless you want hairline scratches (or worse) within a couple of weeks you use a screen protector. No matter how careful you are, this is unavoidable simply from everyday use.
Personally, I use a Zagg HD Dry. I've had the same protector on my phone since the middle of March and it still looks virtually new (bar a few inevitable marks). And with my Spigen crystal cover, it's never curled up at the edges like a lot of people have complained about.
Bottom line for me (although I accept opinions vary), buying a phone worth over £600 then not protecting it with a cover and screen protector is madness.
I have purchased an S8+ recently and ordered some cheap cases and screen protectors off ebay. The problem is that they pick up fingerprints and look weird around edges where the adhesive is. Can anyone recommend and good screen protectors that can be bought in the UK? I'd prefer them to be case friendly as well. Thanks.
I use these with my Spigen thin case.
They have wings so tuck under the case stopping edge lift.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Screen Protector, Invisible Defender [Full Coverage][2-Pack] Edge to Edge Curved Side Coverage Guaranteed [Case Compatible] Super Th https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B071CDJBJ1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_Jd44jGqXHOFUC
Not perfect, but best I have tried yet.
mgbosshogg said:
I use these with my Spigen thin case.
They have wings so tuck under the case stopping edge lift.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Screen Protector, Invisible Defender [Full Coverage][2-Pack] Edge to Edge Curved Side Coverage Guaranteed [Case Compatible] Super Th https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B071CDJBJ1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_Jd44jGqXHOFUC
Not perfect, but best I have tried yet.
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Yes, I've read about these but forgot about them! Thanks for this, will definitely get them.
The tech 21 screen protectors are really really nice. I have 1 on my S8 and it's fantastic even with fingerprints. It's very case friendly I have yet to have any issues with it yet.
I use Samsungs OEM screen protector.
I bought mine in Switzerland. It is a "Panzerglass" one. The phone already fell hard on the ground and the screen protector didn't even scratched, it also doesn't catch fingerprints easily.
I've tried quite a bit of screen protectors, invisible defender, white stone, spigen etc and I ended up returning them all. It's going to be trial and error for you; it's highly subjective and what you will like compared to others.
There is an XDA forum dedicated to the S8+ (rather than the S8), and there's an Accessories sub-forum within it where there are a number of threads dealing with screen protectors for the S8+
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8+/accessories
Just bought a galaxy s8, was having some problems with it, so verizon sent me a free glass tempered screen protector I just got it in the mail. I have a cheaper plastic one on it now. But I read the reviews that the verizon glass protector isn't really that good. What's your guys opinion? I got it free so value for the money isn't an issue, I just want to make sure it's gonna stay on and not have to put my finger though the screen to get it to work. Thanks guys.
Brandonjr36 said:
Just bought a galaxy s8, was having some problems with it, so verizon sent me a free glass tempered screen protector I just got it in the mail. I have a cheaper plastic one on it now. But I read the reviews that the verizon glass protector isn't really that good. What's your guys opinion? I got it free so value for the money isn't an issue, I just want to make sure it's gonna stay on and not have to put my finger though the screen to get it to work. Thanks guys.
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I personally don't like glass screen protectors, but there are many people that do. The reason that I don't is that on screens that are curved, a lot of times the edges start to peel and you see a bubble, which isn't good. Manufactures have tried to make the screen protector a little smaller/narrower, so it stops when the edge starts to curve, but then again, it doesn't look good and I could feel the edge of the glass protector when swiping from the edge and it is annoying (IMO). If I buy a screen protector, I usually get something like Armorsuit military grade screen protector that you apply by spraying a solution and installing it. Gives you room to move the protector around until you find a perfect fit and then squeeze the water out. I don't drop my phones, so never had to test it, but I do see that this screen protector is much better and thicker than a regular thin plastic one.
Hi there.
I have a Galaxy S7 Edge, and any screen protectors I put on it lifts off the screen, or gets pushed up from the screen by the case. Is there a screen protector that works with all cases? Or even an edge-less screen protector? Are there any cases that work with screen protectors? Preferably wallet style.
Many thanks
-megabytesme
MegaBytesMe said:
Hi there.
I have a Galaxy S7 Edge, and any screen protectors I put on it lifts off the screen, or gets pushed up from the screen by the case. Is there a screen protector that works with all cases? Or even an edge-less screen protector? Are there any cases that work with screen protectors? Preferably wallet style.
Many thanks
-megabytesme
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No particular screen protector can save your display. I had one but it shattered at one go. Use hard armor case to protect your device. No damage taken on flat surfaces
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