When I bought my s8 I didn't have enough money to get a screen protector. I'm OCD when it comes to screen scratches. And sadly I've accumulated a few. Does anyone know of a way to buff out these scratches?
How have you scratched it? its a glass screen, it shouldnt be THAT easy to scratch it!
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How have you scratched it? its a glass screen, it shouldnt be THAT easy to scratch it!
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No idea how the scratches got there. They aren't huge or super noticeable either but they still annoy me. You'd think that we'd have scratch resistant glass at this point
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How have you scratched it? its a glass screen, it shouldnt be THAT easy to scratch it!
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It kinda makes me want to buy a insurance plan and just break it to get a new one
Duck Quan said:
It kinda makes me want to buy a insurance plan and just break it to get a new one
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I don't think we should talk about or condone insurance fraud.
lynxblaine said:
I don't think we should talk about or condone insurance fraud.
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It's not like it's a car.
Duck Quan said:
It's not like it's a car.
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Some cars cost less than £600.
No one goes to jail for a 'little' fraud. Law is absolute not a grey area. Sentences for crimes are proportionate to the crime. but as you admit in saying "It's not like it's a car" it is still illegal regardless.
Mine had a couple of scratches out of the box. But they are so shallow that are only visible at the certain lighting at certain angle and completely invisible under the screen protector or on a lit up screen. Unless you don't see them all the time - its fine. And I guess there is some coating on a glass that gets scratched - not glass itself. As it was mentioned before - its not easy to scratch it unless you wiped it with dirty cloth or sand. Many people don't use protectors at all and have 0 scratches in a year.
But get a screen protector anyway. Regular plastic one will do (I use official Samsung protectors). You will, probably, not see those scratches under it and it will help your device to look like new over the years.
PS: And yes, there is a couple of ways to remove the scratches, but you should never do it. It might be a success, but in 90% of cases you'll just scratch your screen much more.
Do Samsung do protectors for the S8? Any links, I'd be interested. Thanks.
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Benjamin Dreyer said:
Mine had a couple of scratches out of the box. But they are so shallow that are only visible at the certain lighting at certain angle and completely invisible under the screen protector or on a lit up screen. Unless you don't see them all the time - its fine. And I guess there is some coating on a glass that gets scratched - not glass itself. As it was mentioned before - its not easy to scratch it unless you wiped it with dirty cloth or sand. Many people don't use protectors at all and have 0 scratches in a year.
But get a screen protector anyway. Regular plastic one will do (I use official Samsung protectors). You will, probably, not see those scratches under it and it will help your device to look like new over the years.
PS: And yes, there is a couple of ways to remove the scratches, but you should never do it. It might be a success, but in 90% of cases you'll just scratch your screen much more.
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Thank you for your input
Go ahead and put on a wet aplication screen protector, you won't see the scratches at all. No anything you do will just make it worst.
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chakra said:
Go ahead and put on a wet aplication screen protector, you won't see the scratches at all. No anything you do will just make it worst.
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Do you have any suggestions for these type of screen protectors?
The Samsung s8 scratches so easily within a day I had a deep scratch on it and within 4 days I have 5 just from taking it in and out of my pocket. Not impressed as the s5 I've had for 2 years dropped it so many times and not a mark on the screen
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The Samsung s8 scratches so easily within a day I had a deep scratch on it and within 4 days I have 5 just from taking it in and out of my pocket. Not impressed as the s5 I've had for 2 years dropped it so many times and not a mark on the screen
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I was trying my hardest to be extremely careful with handling the phone. I haven't even taken the back plastic cover off yet. The only reason I took the front one off was cause it peeled off when I put it in my pocket (it was from Sprint and was completely clear)
I'm using a skin on the back of mine. No protector on the front yet and no scratches but I'm considering the official Samsung screen protector (Google it). Seen some good reviews even though I have protectors (especially film).
I always order a gadgetshield body protection; So the back side, front and al the way around the corners is protected for scratches. Has cost me 10 euro.
https://www.gadgetshieldz.com/samsung-galaxy-s8-screen-protectors-covers-cases.html
Can confirm screen is weak. Or at least the coating. Mine has fine scratches and one deep one. Used a s7 edge that didn't have any after a year so I'm surprised at how easily the s8 scratches.
seoulbrova said:
Can confirm screen is weak. Or at least the coating. Mine has fine scratches and one deep one. Used a s7 edge that didn't have any after a year so I'm surprised at how easily the s8 scratches.
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Yeah it really sucks. I don't have any feel ones yet, knock on wood, just some light ones. I'm OCD about my screen so I constantly look for scratches when I can only find them at certain angles
S8 easy scratch
After just two days of using my galaxy s8+ has a big scratch. And I took care not to stand with the keys etc.... VERY DISSPAPPOINTED ((
I dont know how you guys use your phones, I've had mine since 19 april without any case or screenprotector and there is not even one tiny scratch. Never put it on rough surfaces, and always put it alone in my pocket. I'm planning to get a case and screenprotector to not have to isolate it all the time tough.
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Is anyone here going Nakey with no screen protector? i've got one on right now and i can't STAND how the edges of the protector collect dust... i feel like taking it off..
Tell me your experiences with none on, is your screen getting scratches?
I hate screen protectors as well. That said, everytime I've tried to go nekkid, I've eventually ended up with scratches. No matter how careful you are, it seems, Gorilla Glass WILL scratch. Relatively easily IMO.
I picked up an InvisibleShield HD from Best Buy and it is super clear and flush. I dont even notice it on there.
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I picked up an InvisibleShield HD from Best Buy and it is super clear and flush. I dont even notice it on there.
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Is that the dry kind?
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I hate screen protectors as well. That said, everytime I've tried to go nekkid, I've eventually ended up with scratches. No matter how careful you are, it seems, Gorilla Glass WILL scratch. Relatively easily IMO.
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I will prob go with no screen protector, I had my HTC Hero for 3 years and had very minimal scratching without a screen protector. I only ever put my phone in my pocket on its own. I also keep my phones for the 3 year term that I get them on so by time the 3 years is up the re-sale value doesn't really matter to me any way so if it has some minor scratches it doesn't matter much since I will prob just pass the phone to someone for free anyway. Not to mention it looks and feels better without the protector and why not have the best experience with your phone instead of babying it.
I've never had one on my E4GT and it only has a few super faint scratches that you have to turn it off and put in sunlight to see. I don't think I'll put one on my GSIII either - they always end up getting bubbles or peeling back at some point.
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Is that the dry kind?
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I am not sure... It is a sticky on one side and you apply a solution to apply it to the screen which makes positioning it very easy.
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I am not sure... It is a sticky on one side and you apply a solution to apply it to the screen which makes positioning it very easy.
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Wet.
I'm going nude too
The only phone I've ever had a tiny scratch in was with my Droid Bionic. But it was my work phone which means that I didn't baby it the way I normally do with my phones. None of my phones have ever had any scratch on them, and in fact the only phone that did have a screen protector on it, broke. Not that a screen protector is supposed to prevent it from breaking after someone stepped on it but yeah that's another story. I'm also planning on getting a white one and don't think it would look too nice after a while as the glue around the edges gets dark.
I figure as long as my pockets are free from anything else and they stay clean that I shouldn't have any issues with the screen. Just take care of your stuff people. Also while i'm at it, I think it's disgusting when people here scratch their screen then return it for another one. That's not anyone's fault but your own. There is already a high demand for these devices and the carrier or samsung should not be held responsible for that.
*gets off my soap box*
Screen protectors are a pain in the ass. Get rid of it. You can always tell that it's on there. Just take care of your phone. I keep my right pocket for the phone only. I never put anything in my right pocket except for the phone.
I never use a screen protector. Never got scratches on my phone either. This is gorilla glass 2, so if you mess this up you don't need a phone
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cwalker29 said:
I never use a screen protector. Never got scratches on my phone either. This is gorilla glass 2, so if you mess this up you don't need a phone
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Stick your finger in the sand at the beach, then swipe your finger across your screen. Report back.
Sand will scratch the screen. Sand is actually at locations other than the beach and may come into contact with your phone/finger.
One year on the nexus and not a single scratch. My daughters epic is 2 years old without a single scratch and she just throws it in her book bag. Neither have ever had screen protectors.
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Stick your finger in the sand at the beach, then swipe your finger across your screen. Report back.
Sand will scratch the screen. Sand is actually at locations other than the beach and may come into contact with your phone/finger.
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I think most people would notice if sand came in contact with their phone/finger and wouldn't have an issue scratching the phone.
I've never used a screen protector, nor do I have any intention of using one on this device. My s2 looks like the day I got it.
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I think most people would notice if sand came in contact with their phone/finger and wouldn't have an issue scratching the phone.
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Meh. Some sand/dirt is overseen depending on its size as not all dirt/sand is the same size. You can google gorilla glass and scratches and see it will scratch. I'm not saying everybody will scratch their screen, but I'm not taking any chances. Besides, I'm a pro at putting on screen protectors so I do it anyways..
If you are worried about scratches, I'd rather get a flip cover or slide in pouch than taint the display with a screen protector. Granted I live in the midwest and there isn't exactly a lot of beaches around, but I had my Epic since launch and never put anything on it and the screen still looks like new (the bezel not so much). It's even been dropped a few times landing facedown on my driveway/garage floor.
I have been naked on my phones the past several years and no visible or major scratches. If you are careful and don't put coins or keys in same pocket you should be good.
I'm going without a screen protector. One reason is that I suck at putting them on and get really annoyed with the bubbles and dust particles underneath. But the screen is just too good to cover up with a protector. I take good care of my phones so I don't have to worry too much about scratches. I had my GS2 for 8 months with no protector and no scratches at all. I put it in my pocket without anything else and it was fine. I make sure my hands are clean before using my phone.
I always start out with a protector, then end up taking it off after 6 months or so and that's with every Smartphone I've ever owned 2007-present.
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I've got a white S3 and I think it's beautiful. However, I went into hospital a few days after having it, and left it in the hands of my brother who used it regularly. When I came home, I found a scratch going from the bottom about 1 and a half inches up the screen. I was furious, but it couldn't have been from regular use, surely? I just assumed a cat had got hold of it, but a little strange that it would be the one scratch...
Anyway, I've been using it for a while and I'm starting to notice more scratches on it... I'm just wondering how everyone else's finding their screens to be.
I mean, I should get a screen protector, but I feel it's too late since it's it won't get rid of the existing scratches. Do you think I could get the screen replaced as it's under warranty? I've never had this problem before with a phone because I've always had a screen protector, just didn't think I would need one with the S3's gorilla glass 2...
Always used a screen protector. sometime they even help hide scratch s on the screen
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A screen protector can hide some scratches, but you will not be able to claim on warranty because its classed as accidental damage. I would try a cheap screen protector to see if it hides the scratches before contacting Samsung.
Ah okay. So a warranty only covers faults with THEIR hardware and not due to something that I've done, say I were to brick it some how, no warranty cover?
But I shall have to try a cheap screen protector and see what it does. Just a shame that these scratches seem to build up on it. I thought it would hold up better. I mean, my brother owns a Lumia 800 which has no scratches at all, although I suppose the screen is quite a bit smaller so not as vulnerable.
my local samsung service centres replaces screen cracks/scratches the first time for free. maybe you can try to ask them? no harm in trying
No harm in trying, that's for sure!
But best make sure I have a screen protector ready anyway! :laugh:
Thanks for your input!
I doubt you'll get it fixed under warranty but if you serious about fixing the scratches you could pay to get the scratches ground out and will be a Hell of a lot cheaper than buying a new screen at at least $250.
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I doubt you'll get it fixed under warranty but if you serious about fixing the scratches you could pay to get the scratches ground out and will be a Hell of a lot cheaper than buying a new screen at at least $250.
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That will not work... If you remove any of the screen surface, you remove the layer with the potassium ion substitution in it. All you will do is expose the softer (much) vanilla aluminosilicate under the hardened outer layer.
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That will not work... If you remove any of the screen surface, you remove the layer with the potassium ion substitution in it. All you will do is expose the softer (much) vanilla aluminosilicate under the hardened outer layer.
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I think the words you looking for is the Oleophobic coating.
And yes I did consider that but he is talking about using a screen protector after it's done so grinding the surface to the actual Gorilla Glass won't be an issue, and I've heard of plenty people doing this using simple grinding and polishing tips on a multitool and grinding paste but it's probably best to get someone who knows what they doing to do it right.
I've had mine since mid June. I do have an otterbox and a few other cases that I alternate between. However, day today for the most part I use it without a case. The screen is still flawless.
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I recommend using a good cover and a screen protector.
I am always very careful with my phones, but who knows what may happen if you give your phone to a friend for 2 minutes. :laugh:
The only scratch I've found on my S3 is on the camera lens. It's on the very edge between the open clear lens and the black boarder. Oh and a few markings on the battery cover. Nothing to serious.
I've had my S6 Edge for a week and several visible light scratches starts to appear on the screen. I was waiting for my screen protector to arrive from amazon. And I was extra careful with the naked device.
This issue is not new. But with Samsung and Corning constantly reassure the ability of improved scratch resistance of the device. I doubt many people will not put on a screen protectors.
So, I suggest you guys put on one now, before it's too late, asap.
I have already ran into that issue some very small light scratches while waiting for my screen protector in the first week. I am extra careful also no clue where they came from.
I believe the glass has some sort of oleophobic coating on it and that is what is getting the fine scratches in it. Not that it really matters because it still looks terrible. But I don't believe the glass itself is scratching.
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I've had my S6 Edge for a week and several visible light scratches starts to appear on the screen. I was waiting for my screen protector to arrive from amazon. And I was extra careful with the naked device.
This issue is not new. But with Samsung and Corning constantly reassure the ability of improved scratch resistance of the device. I doubt many people will not put on a screen protectors.
So, I suggest you guys put on one now, before it's too late, asap.
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Corning never claimed that their glass is perfect. I've got a OnePlus one with Gorilla Glass 3 that I've used unprotected for almost a year and it's still scratch free. Your glass didn't scratch itself.
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I have already ran into that issue some very small light scratches while waiting for my screen protector in the first week. I am extra careful also no clue where they came from.
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Usually exposure to sand.
Can you suggest me a good screen protector?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/ya/ref... - Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Matte Screen...#top
I ordered this one. It has matte finish so you can get away with fingerprints, it has healing factor to heal small scratches itself, it is edge to edge means that it will cover the entire screen including the curved parts.
So far so good. I like it.
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Corning never claimed that their glass is perfect. I've got a OnePlus one with Gorilla Glass 3 that I've used unprotected for almost a year and it's still scratch free. Your glass didn't scratch itself.
Usually exposure to sand.
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I highly doubt your 'scratch free' statement. I'm sure it has small scratches on the surface but you just cant see it very clearly. As long as the glass is still softer than sands. There will be scratches.
I am using samsung galaxy s4 since 2 years without any screen guard and havent got an single scratch on screen....dont know how you ppl get it. And if you say there might be small scratches on screen, no even if u see it in bright sunlight not a single one appears
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I highly doubt your 'scratch free' statement. I'm sure it has small scratches on the surface but you just cant see it very clearly. As long as the glass is still softer than sands. There will be scratches.
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Even if so, I would have noone to blame but myself. Lots of people are capable of using a smartphone for even long periods of time without scratching them up.
I had mine wrapped in clear coat. Formally ghost armor. I don't understand waiting something to arrive from.amazon.. Why not purchase one at a store and get it over with?
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I had mine wrapped in clear coat. Formally ghost armor. I don't understand waiting something to arrive from.amazon.. Why not purchase one at a store and get it over with?
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Amazon: Screen Protector 5-10 dollars
My local store that sells em: screen protector: 20-40 Dollars
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There's nothing wrong with the Zagg shield front+back protector you can get from Verizon. I won't even let my phone leave the store without having a screen protector on it ... I know myself, and I know there's literally zero chance it wont get scratched.
Even if you're waiting for a better (tempered glass) screen protector ... do yourself a favor and buy something cheap while you're waiting for it to arrive. Not trying to preach or be a dink, but you can't blame the glass for scratching - blame yourself.
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There's nothing wrong with the Zagg shield front+back protector you can get from Verizon. I won't even let my phone leave the store without having a screen protector on it ... I know myself, and I know there's literally zero chance it wont get scratched.
Even if you're waiting for a better (tempered glass) screen protector ... do yourself a favor and buy something cheap while you're waiting for it to arrive. Not trying to preach or be a dink, but you can't blame the glass for scratching - blame yourself.
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My local store where i got my phone had no screen protector for edge devices. But im not blaming anything here. I just want to suggest you guys to use a screen protector.
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I believe the glass has some sort of oleophobic coating on it and that is what is getting the fine scratches in it. Not that it really matters because it still looks terrible. But I don't believe the glass itself is scratching.
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I hope so!
I see a few (scratches) on mine and I have not had this phone anywhere nor put it in a place where something could have scratched it! Compared to my other devices that have been pocketed and used a lot and those screens are flawless!
It reminds me of the camera glass on the HTC One M8. That got all kinds of crazy looking scratches and it was never touched. It was some kind of coating on the glass that caused it. And, too, it was easily rectified with some Brasso...
We're talking really tiny scratches here, completely invisible to content when viewing the screen head on. But when off, especially in sunlight, they are there. It's bothersome like when you notice a tiny scratch or ding on a new car.
I can say that I have the phone since 17th and I'm having extra careful and with direct sun light is where I can see if I have scratches or not. So on the screen I have zero scratches has I had with my s5 without a screen protector at least for 7months but on the s6 edge the screen as I said zero scratches but on the part that has the capacity buttons because it's gold version I can see there some light scratches
Same here, I'm giving the exact same usage to my S6 Edge that the one I did with my S5 and S4, both of them have only a couple of small tiny scratches but my S6E has A LOT already. I'm so disappointed at this as I never required to use an screen protector since my S4.
Got my S6e on 4/17 and so far have only a single, very faint scratch on the screen where I would have to tilt the phone in sunlight "just so" to barely make it out. I'm fairly certain I got that when I dropped my phone at the gym.
Last night I received the Cellbee "glass-like" screen protector, followed the directions as best I could... and ended up throwing the damn thing away. I made sure I was in an environment free of airflow and minimal dust, and it resulted in one of the worst finished products in my years of experience putting screen protectors on. On top of that, the surface had so much friction it felt like my finger was running on top of rubber.
Anyway, waiting for the tempered glass, or at least a standard protector with more success stories. Don't want to waste another $10.
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Don't ***** about scratches if you can't afford to spend 20$ on an 800$ phone then.
I have read somewhere that there is some glare on the edge. Anybody noticed this?
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I have read somewhere that there is some glare on the edge. Anybody noticed this?
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Around the edges? Ya it's there but you get used to it after a day or so.
Just pointing out that this phone gets scratches easy. It have only been in my pocket with the Led View Cover and I have always putted it in there carefully and alone and never laid the phone with the screen down.
Bowne have 3 scratches over the screen.. Can't be seen if not specifically looking for them with screen Off, but well they're there.
Anyone else got similar experiences?
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Just pointing out that this phone gets scratches easy. It have only been in my pocket with the Led View Cover and I have always putted it in there carefully and alone and never laid the phone with the screen down.
Bowne have 3 scratches over the screen.. Can't be seen if not specifically looking for them with screen Off, but well they're there.
Anyone else got similar experiences?
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nope read that the 6 had problems and have had a ultimate shield protector on front and back from first minute
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nope read that the 6 had problems and have had a ultimate shield protector on front and back from first minute
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Yes, mine also have similar minor scratches. I have been using this with Super-Carefully. But still they are. Samsung did a bad job in scratch resistance on S7 Edge. Should not be. My S4 International version is way more better in terms of scratch resistance.
Could be a trade off of scratch- vs shatter- resistance, I seem to recall reading that is the basic trade for something so thin (and possibly made of the silicon glass it is).
My wrist-watch has proven both highly scratch and shatter resistant, but it has a thick Sapphire glass crystal and that won't work for a phone like this I don't think (at least without adding even more dramatic cost).
I would suggest making sure there's nothing on your pocket, been using it naked since day one and haven't scratched the screen at all but I do make sure I don't have anything on my pocket, don't want to risk it.
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Could be a trade off of scratch- vs shatter- resistance, I seem to recall reading that is the basic trade for something so thin (and possibly made of the silicon glass it is).
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Definitely some truth to that.
FWIW, I've had mine active for 2 weeks, never used a screen protector, and can't see any scratches even when looking carefully with the screen off. NOTHING else but my phone ever goes in my left from pocket.
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I would suggest making sure there's nothing on your pocket, been using it naked since day one and haven't scratched the screen at all but I do make sure I don't have anything on my pocket, don't want to risk it.
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Definitely some truth to that.
FWIW, I've had mine active for 2 weeks, never used a screen protector, and can't see any scratches even when looking carefully with the screen off. NOTHING else but my phone ever goes in my left from pocket.
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Any updates on your screen? Any scratches?
I'm thinking of taking my zagg off b/c I don't like the feel of it and it seems to diminish screen quality even if by just a little bit.
Didn't have it on the first few days I had it and never saw a scratch on it from being in my pocket.
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I noticed a scratch on mine and I don't put my phone in pocket with other items. Just had symmetry case on. I put a cheap screen protector on after that
Got scratches on mine too. Been ultra careful all the times
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I would suggest making sure there's nothing on your pocket, been using it naked since day one and haven't scratched the screen at all but I do make sure I don't have anything on my pocket, don't want to risk it.
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meyerweb said:
Definitely some truth to that.
FWIW, I've had mine active for 2 weeks, never used a screen protector, and can't see any scratches even when looking carefully with the screen off. NOTHING else but my phone ever goes in my left from pocket.
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+1. No screen protector, no scratches. Sometimes when it is dirty I wipe it with a glasses rag, that's all.
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42 days in use, bare naked and scratch-less.
Yes, S7 Egde tends to get hairy scratches, magically it happens even we handle it with care Try full body protectors to stay away from the scratches. I'm using Gadgetshieldz full body protectors. It's outstanding still. http://www.gadgetshieldz.com/samsung-galaxy-s7-edge-screen-protectors-covers-cases.html
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Any updates on your screen? Any scratches?
I'm thinking of taking my zagg off b/c I don't like the feel of it and it seems to diminish screen quality even if by just a little bit.
Didn't have it on the first few days I had it and never saw a scratch on it from being in my pocket.
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I used a Supershieldz protector for a few days just to be on the safe side but since the film came off as soon as I put on the protector I went back to naked and my screen still remains unscratched, I think it's mainly just being careful with how you handle your phone.
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I used a Supershieldz protector for a few days just to be on the safe side but since the film came off as soon as I put on the protector I went back to naked and my screen still remains unscratched, I think it's mainly just being careful with how you handle your phone.
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Have you checked it under sun ? Mine looked unscratched but then I noticed some micro scratches when I looked at it under strong light
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Have you checked it under sun ? Mine looked unscratched but then I noticed some micro scratches when I looked at it under strong light
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I did on mine and luckly it has no scratches.
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These posts are just stupid because we know the exact hardness of the cover glass, which is exactly the same as every other phone. So if you scratched yours it doesn't make the phone "easy to scratch" it makes you a careless user.
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These posts are just stupid because we know the exact hardness of the cover glass, which is exactly the same as every other phone. So if you scratched yours it doesn't make the phone "easy to scratch" it makes you a careless user.
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That is what I think too.
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Have you checked it under sun ? Mine looked unscratched but then I noticed some micro scratches when I looked at it under strong light
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I just did per your suggestion, and fortunately for me it is unscratched. I do agree that keeping the phone scratch free throughout its entire life might be hard to achieve but if you really care for your phone then it's possible, my phone only goes in my pocket alone or on top of a table/flat surface never facing down. I had a Nexus 5 for 2 years with a screen protector even though the last 6 months of usage I had it naked and not a single scratch either even though the screen sucks cause it literally shatters if it falls down on the screen once regardless of height.
Me2... be sure not to have anything in your pockets
Yeah. It scratches waay easier then my Note 4. Luckily/sadly by screen broke and I got a new one. On this one I have zagg invishield.
Is it just me or is the screen on this phone really easily scratched. I got my op6t shortly after launch before there were any screen protectors that worked on the market and have been using it without one and the screen is extremely scratched. Far worse than many older phones I've also used without a protector. Definitely seems like this "gorilla glass" isn't what it used to be.
Would always use a screen protector on any phone,Still have factory applied one on my 6T,won't be taking it off unless it gets scratched.Dont think gorilla glass gives much protection
manus31 said:
Would always use a screen protector on any phone,Still have factory applied one on my 6T,won't be taking it off unless it gets scratched.Dont think gorilla glass gives much protection
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I've never had a screen scratch like this. I've never had a phone get anything but barely noticeable scratches. This thing is covered with deep gouges. Either gorilla glass quality has gone in the dumpster or this phone doesn't actually have it. But one this is for certain and this screen is very easily scratched like no other phone I have ever used.
bladestonez said:
I've never had a screen scratch like this. I've never had a phone get anything but barely noticeable scratches. This thing is covered with deep gouges. Either gorilla glass quality has gone in the dumpster or this phone doesn't actually have it. But one this is for certain and this screen is very easily scratched like no other phone I have ever used.
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But you already removed the pre applied screen protector? If not than the scratches are on that protector! Just remove it and you have a new screen [emoji6]
rmaathuis said:
But you already removed the pre applied screen protector? If not than the scratches are on that protector! Just remove it and you have a new screen [emoji6]
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I got rid of that after a week. It was a sticky fingerprint magnet. Just terrible.
I share the same experience (not with the 6T though as it still has its original screen protector but) because my previous phones S8 and S9 seemed to scratch easier than my older phones. So I was afraid the same would happen to my 6T.
I did some research and this might have something to do with that more recent tempered glass generations have become 'more tempered' which may lead to scratches more easily. ''More tempering “makes the whole screen more tolerant to overall bending, as in dropping the phone,”. “But it does not necessarily improve the hardness of the glass [and] might actually make it slightly worse. It’s the hardness that enables scratch resistance.” - The Verge
This might be true or false, however, also don't forget that phones have become bigger and especially their screen to body ratio which perhaps makes scratches more prominent, as a scratch on the screen is more noticeable than one on the bezel.
You must be exposing it to some serious hard dust or setting it face down on hard surfaces. I had no screen protector on mine for almost a month and it was still flawless when I applied a glass protector about a week ago. With no changes in usage, there are several noticable deep scratches on my screen protector after just over a week using it. Something else must be at play with your situation
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You must be exposing it to some serious hard dust or setting it face down on hard surfaces. I had no screen protector on mine for almost a month and it was still flawless when I applied a glass protector about a week ago. With no changes in usage, there are several noticable deep scratches on my screen protector after just over a week using it. Something else must be at play with your situation
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It never lays face down it's always in my pocket or face up sitting somewhere. My older phones were even subjected to much harsher environments do to previous occupation. This thing should not even have minor scratches with how I treat it but instead it's covered top to bottom in scratches many of them very deep and noticable. My old phone would sit on a welding bench half the day with grinding Sparks flown at it regularly and it's in much better condition than the 6t that's been babied since opening.
Well I'm sorry to hear that I can only assume that you got a bunk unit because that's insane and I would be pissed!
using mine without screen protector since launch, not a single scratch
bladestonez said:
Is it just me or is the screen on this phone really easily scratched. I got my op6t shortly after launch before there were any screen protectors that worked on the market and have been using it without one and the screen is extremely scratched. Far worse than many older phones I've also used without a protector. Definitely seems like this "gorilla glass" isn't what it used to be.
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I'm having the same issue. I've never used a screen protector since I got my Nexus 1 way back in the day. I've never had an issue with screens scratching until now. I finally broke down and bought a tempered glass screen protector. Anyone know if OP or T-Mobile will warranty this? (bought from T-Mobile)
I also had this phone like three days ago... I took the screen protector off just the day after and the scratches the screen is recieving is really serious... Have been wondering where the scratches is coming from. I hardly put in my pocket and the screen is always up. Just can't understand. I regret taking the protector of tho. From the reviews I thought it was hard to scratch, guess I'm wrong.
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I also had this phone like three days ago... I took the screen protector off just the day after and the scratches the screen is recieving is really serious... Have been wondering where the scratches is coming from. I hardly put in my pocket and the screen is always up. Just can't understand. I regret taking the protector of tho. From the reviews I thought it was hard to scratch, guess I'm wrong.
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Typically the more resistant to cracking and breakage the glass seems to get the more it scratches.. But that could just be me