I love the feel of the Gorilla glass 3 screen and it does not attract fingerprints easily. I just put on the Spigen Ultra crystal and it attracts finger prints. I know with Oleo coated screens the coating wears off after awhile and its no better then having a screen protector. If I know there is no coating that will wear off I may just go without the screen protector.
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richard371 said:
I love the feel of the Gorilla glass 3 screen and it does not attract fingerprints easily. I just put on the Spigen Ultra crystal and it attracts finger prints. I know with Oleo coated screens the coating wears off after awhile and its no better then having a screen protector. If I know there is no coating that will wear off I may just go without the screen protector.
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there is a coating.
You can re-apply an oleophobic coating to the stock screen anytime by using this liquid applicator product:
http://www.amazon.com/API-Fingerpri...TF8&qid=1368569876&sr=8-1&keywords=Oleophobic
Reviews are mixed.
Price is a little high.
But... it's an option.
Product Description
Fussode COAT TM is the world's first hyper oleophobic coating DIY Kit manufactured by API Corp., Japan. The coat is developed based on nano technology for global Smartphones and Tablet PC manufacturers. Many major global Smartphones and Tablet PCs use this as their default anti-fingerprint coating. Feature 1. Ultra oleophobic effect 2. The coating has covalent bonding mechanism 3. Coating effects last for 3 to 6 months 4. The coating thickness is only 10nm, perfectly transparent 5. Easy to clean smudges. 6 . Touch screen becomes exceptionally slippery. 7. 1 bottle capacity equivalent to 3-4 applications. Included 1. Coating liquid 1 bottle 2. Microfiber cloth 1 cloth Instructions 1. Clean glass surface with microfiber cloth. 2. Drop 10-15drops of coating liquid on the touch screen. 3. Spread the liquid on the screen using a tissue. ( Liquid dries very quickly ) 4. Repeat step 2-3 two or three times. 5. Leave device for 8 hrs then wipe off remaining residue. ( Residue can be removed easily with tissue paper ) 6. Recoat 2-3 times on different days ( step 4 x 2-3 days ) Remarks : Please do not touch the coated screen for 6 to 8 hrs otherwise the oleophobic film may not bond with the glass perfectly and could be removed easily. Once the coated film bonds with the glass, it will not wear off for couple of months. Tips for a perfect coating ! The coating liquid dries very fast so please do not use cloth which absorb liquid easily. Small paper tissue is recommended for coating. Please refer to our HOW TO COAT instructional video on YouTube.
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I love it for the fact that it doesn't leave finger smudges...
I hate it for the fact that it's so slick that my phone sometimes detects a swipe when I am trying to select.
CZ Eddie said:
You can re-apply an oleophobic coating to the stock screen anytime by using this liquid applicator product:
Reviews are mixed.
Price is a little high.
But... it's an option.
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can you use this on screens that are not originally oleophobic?
This product looks pretty similar to rain-x in use. I don't know if anyone has tried that before on a screen, but it should have a similar effect. If I didn't use a screen protector, I would try it out. It makes my car windows super slick to the touch once applied.
Hi all,
Just ordered a new Nexus 4 and am looking for case recommendations. It comes with the stock bumper free, but I want something more I think.
My previous phone was an HTC Inspire 4G (RIP) and I really liked the CaseMate Toughcase for it, which was pretty similar to the Otterbox Commuter cases (hard plastic outer shell, soft silicone inner padding), especially combined with a screen protector.
While I'm not the clumsiest person in the world, I have dropped before, and will continue to drop, on surfaces ranging from dirt to concrete to hardwood. I'm wondering what the best solution for protecting the glass surfaces on my new phone will be, without going for the extreme of the bombproof OtterBox Defender-type cases. I think my ideal would be along the lines of the Otterbox Commuter, along with a good screen protector.
So, recommendations?
Edit: Can anyone comment on the Ionic Guardian Armor Case or the KaysCase ArmorBox Cover Case? Specifically as it relates to protection and ease of use/taking in and out of pockets?
So I had my s7 edge completely naked for a while with just a dbrand skin (stupid, I know). I eventually dropped it and after a horrible two-week process I finally have it back and fixed. I've been looking at cases and screen protectors, but the reviews are so biased it's hard to tell what's good. Currently, I'm looking at a case from "carved" (it's my first post so I can't post their link). They're very stylish but have no bumper over the screen so I will definitely need a screen protector. Obviously, tempered glass is best but there seem to be no good covers in that regard. If anyone has any suggestions I would love to hear what you're using on your s7 edge (both cases and screen protectors)!
I use a stilgut ultra thin flip case, I tried a plain tpu screen protector and i consider myself an expert at installation for those things and the weird corners would pull up and even 1 edge i didnt want any dirt getting under it so i use the flip case that covers the bare screen without protector.
im using this screen protector http://www.ebay.com/itm/Spigen-Curv...851711?hash=item3abf325bbf:g:e8YAAOSwYmZXDYtx and this case http://www.ebay.com/itm/Poetic-Revo...hash=item236daa365b:m:meyHa-dwSsHGbglEUNxCTmA, it doesnt add alot of bulk in my opinion and feels great
Skinomi full body for me, no problem.
Using spigen ultra hybrid case
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01A...tra+hybrid&dpPl=1&dpID=31aCpLMbROL&ref=plSrch
and armorsuit case friendly screen protector
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01A...+armorsuit&dpPl=1&dpID=51WtCcEuicL&ref=plSrch
Several drops about 5 or 6 times mostly on ceramic surface and there is no damage what so ever to the phone nor the case.
I've just come from an S4 to an S7. I'm used to tempered glass protectors, because they're super easy to apply and give the feeling of a premium screen + that added protection. However, I was unable to find a decent tempered glass screen for the edge. The first one didn't fit properly, and left ridges which made the edge panel unpleasant to use. The second one was too thick, and the edges were being caught by my plastic Spigen case. The third felt fragile when applying it and cracked within a few days of just being in my pocket. All of the other ones were basically square and therefore the edges weren't covered at all. I gave up at that point.
I didn't want a PET film screen. I've used them for years, going all the way back to a 5800 XpressMusic, also on my S1 and my Nexus 4, and usually with horrific results. They scratch easily, they lift easily, they never tend to sit right which means you get dust patches in the corners and their light output is usually awful, especially the gloss ones. Give them a few months, and the light output will be unbearable due to the amount of scratches..
Step foward.... TPU Screen Protectors There's a guy selling two for £2.45 on eBay delivered. These things are a bloody revelation to me, I'd never heard of them until I got this phone. I can't believe people are persevering with the tempered glass screens for the Edge. These babies really are the way forward for this phone. The TPU is basically elastic which means it covers the edges perfectly, and it is thin enough not to be caught or interfered with by my case. Supposedly, the TPU is self-healing: basically light and medium scratches effectively disappear thanks to the elasticity of the plastic filling in the gaps, and I can see what they mean. A normal PET Protector for me, would usually be scratched all over by now, yet this TPU protector, you really wouldn't know that it was applied at all. It's completely spotless. No bubbles either which I've only ever achieved with tempered glass protectors. In fact, the only way you can tell this protector is applied at all, is because you can see the pre-cut holes for the camera and sensors at the top. Check out the light output too!!! The only thing that comes close is a tempered glass protector, and I would even go as far as saying this TPU one might even be better!!! (because it has less light reflection)
Tempered glass protectors maybe the hot fashion at the moment, but honestly, I don't think you can go far wrong with the TPU ones for this phone. I am aware that tempered glass protectors give a layer of impact protection too, but that's for you to decide. How many times have you smashed your screen etc? Do you really need that impact protection? If you do, would a standard TPU case be enough, or is the glass protector important....
Edit: @sa3d12 has linked to the case I'm using, the Spigen one.
Thanks all for the recommendations, this has really helped my search
skezza said:
I've just come from an S4 to an S7. I'm used to tempered glass protectors, because they're super easy to apply and give the feeling of a premium screen + that added protection. However, I was unable to find a decent tempered glass screen for the edge. The first one didn't fit properly, and left ridges which made the edge panel unpleasant to use. The second one was too thick, and the edges were being caught by my plastic Spigen case. The third felt fragile when applying it and cracked within a few days of just being in my pocket. All of the other ones were basically square and therefore the edges weren't covered at all. I gave up at that point.
I didn't want a PET film screen. I've used them for years, going all the way back to a 5800 XpressMusic, also on my S1 and my Nexus 4, and usually with horrific results. They scratch easily, they lift easily, they never tend to sit right which means you get dust patches in the corners and their light output is usually awful, especially the gloss ones. Give them a few months, and the light output will be unbearable due to the amount of scratches..
Step foward.... TPU Screen Protectors There's a guy selling two for £2.45 on eBay delivered. These things are a bloody revelation to me, I'd never heard of them until I got this phone. I can't believe people are persevering with the tempered glass screens for the Edge. These babies really are the way forward for this phone. The TPU is basically elastic which means it covers the edges perfectly, and it is thin enough not to be caught or interfered with by my case. Supposedly, the TPU is self-healing: basically light and medium scratches effectively disappear thanks to the elasticity of the plastic filling in the gaps, and I can see what they mean. A normal PET Protector for me, would usually be scratched all over by now, yet this TPU protector, you really wouldn't know that it was applied at all. It's completely spotless. No bubbles either which I've only ever achieved with tempered glass protectors. In fact, the only way you can tell this protector is applied at all, is because you can see the pre-cut holes for the camera and sensors at the top. Check out the light output too!!! The only thing that comes close is a tempered glass protector, and I would even go as far as saying this TPU one might even be better!!! (because it has less light reflection)
Tempered glass protectors maybe the hot fashion at the moment, but honestly, I don't think you can go far wrong with the TPU ones for this phone. I am aware that tempered glass protectors give a layer of impact protection too, but that's for you to decide. How many times have you smashed your screen etc? Do you really need that impact protection? If you do, would a standard TPU case be enough, or is the glass protector important....
Edit: @sa3d12 has linked to the case I'm using, the Spigen one.
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The process that I went through to get my phone fixed took so long and was so horrible that I REALLY dont want to break it again and I want to make sure I have good protection. The TPU protectors look pretty cool though, and ill look for some!
skezza said:
These things are a bloody revelation to me, I'd never heard of them until I got this phone. I can't believe people are persevering with the tempered glass screens for the Edge. These babies really are the way forward for this phone.
Edit: @sa3d12 has linked to the case I'm using, the Spigen one.
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I can explain this to you in full.
That's because most of us had used those TPU screen protectors for several years before the tempered glass screen protectors came out and the tempered glass screen protectors are a giant leap forward over TPU/film/wet application style screen protectors. This was before we were forced into curved edge screens. You see, before the large screen devices were basically only the Samsung Note series which all had very large screens that were flat and tempered glass screen protectors were absolutely the best option, especially using the S Pen, the TPU protectors are rubbery and there are indentations and marks left on them that doesn't happen on glass. Additionally if you ever drop your phone on it's screen with the TPU/film type protectors your screen is still trashed. I have personally had multiple phones with tempered glass screen protectors that had the protector shattered but the screen underneath was left pristine. Also the responsiveness and accuracy of the pressure sensitive spen functionality just is horrible with a film type screen protector but is perfect with glass.
With the Note 5, S6 Edge Plus people could still get a 5.5" + screen with the compatibility of a tempered glass screen protector.
Fast forward and suddenly Samsung decided that to get a 5.5-5.7 inch screen you must also get a curved edge screen starting with the S7 Edge/Note 7. So now everyone is looking for the superior look/feel/protection of the tempered glass screen protector and none of the manufacturers seem to be able to produce one that actually fits, adheres correctly and stays put without allowing dust and crap underneath them. None of them work well which is why this and many other threads like it exist. Nobody is debating the superiority of the tempered glass over the TPU screen protectors. Tempered glass is simply better in all regards. The fact you just now suddenly found a TPU screen protector and have fallen in love with it and can't figure out why we haven't all just done that is not a new paradigm. You simply missed out on years of crappy TPU screen protectors to put into perspective just how much better glass is, because getting one to fit properly was never an issue prior to 2016.
Welcome to the past. Don't drop that phone on it's screen. You'll be peeling your TPU screen protector up to reveal a smashed screen and then be like the rest of us......angry that large screen device manufacturers like Samsung have fallen in love with a mostly gimmicky non-functional curved edge screen in exchange for being robust and functionally sound.
neyenlives said:
I can explain this to you in full.
That's because most of us had used those TPU screen protectors for several years before the tempered glass screen protectors came out and the tempered glass screen protectors are a giant leap forward over TPU/film/wet application style screen protectors. This was before we were forced into curved edge screens. You see, before the large screen devices were basically only the Samsung Note series which all had very large screens that were flat and tempered glass screen protectors were absolutely the best option, especially using the S Pen, the TPU protectors are rubbery and there are indentations and marks left on them that doesn't happen on glass. Additionally if you ever drop your phone on it's screen with the TPU/film type protectors your screen is still trashed. I have personally had multiple phones with tempered glass screen protectors that had the protector shattered but the screen underneath was left pristine. Also the responsiveness and accuracy of the pressure sensitive spen functionality just is horrible with a film type screen protector but is perfect with glass.
With the Note 5, S6 Edge Plus people could still get a 5.5" + screen with the compatibility of a tempered glass screen protector.
Fast forward and suddenly Samsung decided that to get a 5.5-5.7 inch screen you must also get a curved edge screen starting with the S7 Edge/Note 7. So now everyone is looking for the superior look/feel/protection of the tempered glass screen protector and none of the manufacturers seem to be able to produce one that actually fits, adheres correctly and stays put without allowing dust and crap underneath them. None of them work well which is why this and many other threads like it exist. Nobody is debating the superiority of the tempered glass over the TPU screen protectors. Tempered glass is simply better in all regards. The fact you just now suddenly found a TPU screen protector and have fallen in love with it and can't figure out why we haven't all just done that is not a new paradigm. You simply missed out on years of crappy TPU screen protectors to put into perspective just how much better glass is, because getting one to fit properly was never an issue prior to 2016.
Welcome to the past. Don't drop that phone on it's screen. You'll be peeling your TPU screen protector up to reveal a smashed screen and then be like the rest of us......angry that large screen device manufacturers like Samsung have fallen in love with a mostly gimmicky non-functional curved edge screen in exchange for being robust and functionally sound.
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Wow, that's some reply lol. A few things though:
-I think you're asserting that TPU protectors were the norm before Tempered Glass protectors. They weren't, certainly not in my experience. Everyone and their dog were using PET film protectors before tempered glass ones came out. I'd say those who used TPU were probably in the minority really. Tempered Glass protectors are of course the best option, but quite evidently, we're struggling to find ones that actually fit nicely.
-I am very happy with tempered glass protectors that fit, but ultimately, the ones I bought don't. I've settled for a TPU protector because it actually looks nice and feels fine.
-Dropping your phone doesn't always result in a smashed screen. If you've got a case on it, you might be lucky. I dropped my phone many a time with a PET film and it survived. That's the case for you.
Nobody forced you to buy a Samsung Edge phone dude? The standard S7 is not curved and is considered by some to be a better phone than the Edge. Or you could have had an LG G5 or the Pixel phone? Sounds like you're suffering a bit of buyers remorse here. Get an S7 and your glass protector then be happy
@skezza, fast forward 4 1/2 months, and I'm curious how your TPU screen protector is holding up. I just got an S7 Edge, and so I'm in the market for a good screen protector. Right now, Armorsuit's "self healing" TPU protectors are going for under $8, so even if it only lasts a few months, that's not a bad deal.
TIA!
skezza said:
Wow, that's some reply lol. A few things though:
-I think you're asserting that TPU protectors were the norm before Tempered Glass protectors. They weren't, certainly not in my experience. Everyone and their dog were using PET film protectors before tempered glass ones came out. I'd say those who used TPU were probably in the minority really. Tempered Glass protectors are of course the best option, but quite evidently, we're struggling to find ones that actually fit nicely.
-I am very happy with tempered glass protectors that fit, but ultimately, the ones I bought don't. I've settled for a TPU protector because it actually looks nice and feels fine.
-Dropping your phone doesn't always result in a smashed screen. If you've got a case on it, you might be lucky. I dropped my phone many a time with a PET film and it survived. That's the case for you.
Nobody forced you to buy a Samsung Edge phone dude? The standard S7 is not curved and is considered by some to be a better phone than the Edge. Or you could have had an LG G5 or the Pixel phone? Sounds like you're suffering a bit of buyers remorse here. Get an S7 and your glass protector then be happy
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So just to be clear, you decided to hop on a thread about screen protectors, basically call everyone foolish for wanting impact protection, and then suggest that we get a different phone? What?!?
Most of us chose the S7 edge because of the many hardware advantages over other phones. The curved screen was something we were willing to put up with because the hardware was so great. It's not crazy to want a tempered glass cover (which protects from scratches AND impact) to get full protection for our $500+ phone. If you've figured out a way to ensure your phone never lands on its face, then congratulations.
So, getting "an S7 and your glass protector then be happy" is not a solution. It's an asinine, unhelpful answer that doesn't provide a real solution.
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@skezza, fast forward 4 1/2 months, and I'm curious how your TPU screen protector is holding up. I just got an S7 Edge, and so I'm in the market for a good screen protector. Right now, Armorsuit's "self healing" TPU protectors are going for under $8, so even if it only lasts a few months, that's not a bad deal.
TIA!
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Very happy. Few more scratches now but worth every penny.
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gs7ephoneguy said:
So just to be clear, you decided to hop on a thread about screen protectors, basically call everyone foolish for wanting impact protection, and then suggest that we get a different phone? What?!?
Most of us chose the S7 edge because of the many hardware advantages over other phones. The curved screen was something we were willing to put up with because the hardware was so great. It's not crazy to want a tempered glass cover (which protects from scratches AND impact) to get full protection for our $500+ phone. If you've figured out a way to ensure your phone never lands on its face, then congratulations.
So, getting "an S7 and your glass protector then be happy" is not a solution. It's an asinine, unhelpful answer that doesn't provide a real solution.
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Lol. I think I'll just leave this. You're clearly missing the point.
Just to add, I decided to have a look at my second TPU protector today and found the adhesive was not very sticky anymore. I wonder if these things have a shelf life?
Edit: The old fashioned fairy liquid trick didn't bring it back to life either, although it has reduced some bubbles.
My screen protector I've had on for ages and I use a case by supcase
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Tempered glass?
Just purchased the Pursuit for the s9+ and I've used it for about a day. I tried both the defender and the pursuit before going with the pursuit.
The reasons on why I chose the pursuit are the size, durabilty and tempered glass fitment.
The pursuit is slightly thinner thickness wise and width wise but slightly taller height wise. Thickness we're talking a couple(2-3) millimeters. Width wise it was much more noticeable because I had an easier time holding the phone with one hand.
I've used the defender series before for my s4, s5 and s7 edge. The defender comes in 3 separate pieces(excluding holster) and the pursuit is 2 pieces but no holster. The two pieces for the pursuit are a back piece with the 4 walls and a thin plastic "outer" piece that holds the phone around the outer edges to the bottom piece. The back piece is made of hard plastic on the back with the 4 walls(top bottom sides) made of hard rubber. The rubber is the slippery kind of rubber and the plastic is extra slippery.
The defender is slightly different. It has 2 inner plastic pieces that secure the phone and a thick rubber outer shell that goes around the plastic shell. The defenders I've used for previous galaxies the rubber would always start loosening up after you put on/remove the case several times. You won't have that issue with the pursuit.
Both cases have similar coverage over the edges so size wise any glass screen protector that fits either one should fit the other. But I feel the pursuit will be able to fit larger glass screen protectors by tucking them under the plastic outer cover. The defender has small latches on the the plastic inner shell that needs to be latched.
I'll be buying a glass screen protector this week for my s9+ this week so I'll know for sure if it fits on the pursuit.
I'll upload pics of the pursuit when I get home.
You can Google galaxy s9 pursuit and there should be a 1 min video from otterbox themselves to get the jist of the case.
The defender is $60 and the pursuit is $80.
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rlatjs17 said:
Just purchased the Pursuit for the s9+ and I've used it for about a day. I tried both the defender and the pursuit before going with the pursuit.
The reasons on why I chose the pursuit are the size, durabilty and tempered glass fitment.
The pursuit is slightly thinner thickness wise and width wise but slightly taller height wise. Thickness we're talking a couple(2-3) millimeters. Width wise it was much more noticeable because I had an easier time holding the phone with one hand.
I've used the defender series before for my s4, s5 and s7 edge. The defender comes in 3 separate pieces(excluding holster) and the pursuit is 2 pieces but no holster. The two pieces for the pursuit are a back piece with the 4 walls and a thin plastic "outer" piece that holds the phone around the outer edges to the bottom piece. The back piece is made of hard plastic on the back with the 4 walls(top bottom sides) made of hard rubber. The rubber is the slippery kind of rubber and the plastic is extra slippery.
The defender is slightly different. It has 2 inner plastic pieces that secure the phone and a thick rubber outer shell that goes around the plastic shell. The defenders I've used for previous galaxies the rubber would always start loosening up after you put on/remove the case several times. You won't have that issue with the pursuit.
Both cases have similar coverage over the edges so size wise any glass screen protector that fits either one should fit the other. But I feel the pursuit will be able to fit larger glass screen protectors by tucking them under the plastic outer cover. The defender has small latches on the the plastic inner shell that needs to be latched.
I'll be buying a glass screen protector this week for my s9+ this week so I'll know for sure if it fits on the pursuit.
I'll upload pics of the pursuit when I get home.
You can Google galaxy s9 pursuit and there should be a 1 min video from otterbox themselves to get the jist of the case.
The defender is $60 and the pursuit is $80.
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I just upgraded from the Galaxy S6 Active to the S9+. I found your post right after I received my new phone and have been waiting for your update. I'm trying to decide on a screen protector that is compatible with the pursuit. I'm very particular on screen protectors and don't want to waste money on one I'm not happy with.
My only concern with the pursuit is the compatibility of screen protectors. Otterbox advertises the alpha glass as it is made to work with their cases and with some research I've done reading in other forums it seems that some screen protectors will break when putting the pursuit case on. I'm not sure if I want the alpha glass because it has been reviewed poorly and there is no mention that alpha glass has an oleophobic coating.
Just curious on what screen protector you go with and how it fits with your pursuit case.
Also thanks for your first post! It helped me decide on getting the pursuit myself. I was worried it wasn't worth the steep price but I'm very happy with it.
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I just upgraded from the Galaxy S6 Active to the S9+. I found your post right after I received my new phone and have been waiting for your update. I'm trying to decide on a screen protector that is compatible with the pursuit. I'm very particular on screen protectors and don't want to waste money on one I'm not happy with.
My only concern with the pursuit is the compatibility of screen protectors. Otterbox advertises the alpha glass as it is made to work with their cases and with some research I've done reading in other forums it seems that some screen protectors will break when putting the pursuit case on. I'm not sure if I want the alpha glass because it has been reviewed poorly and there is no mention that alpha glass has an oleophobic coating.
Just curious on what screen protector you go with and how it fits with your pursuit case.
Also thanks for your first post! It helped me decide on getting the pursuit myself. I was worried it wasn't worth the steep price but I'm very happy with it.
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I'm waiting for a $20 generic whitestone clone to come in the mail. As of right now I just have a plastic screen protector i bought from Ebay for $10 for a pack of 4.
I was hoping for a full coverage glass screen protector so i can tuck it under the plastic lip since I can fit my finger nail under around the whole phone.
I wish otterbox made the defender with the plastic screen. I took out the plastic screen protector on the s7 edge defender and was able to fit a full coverage glass protector under it without any issue.
rlatjs17 said:
I'm waiting for a $20 generic whitestone clone to come in the mail. As of right now I just have a plastic screen protector i bought from Ebay for $10 for a pack of 4.
I was hoping for a full coverage glass screen protector so i can tuck it under the plastic lip since I can fit my finger nail under around the whole phone.
I wish otterbox made the defender with the plastic screen. I took out the plastic screen protector on the s7 edge defender and was able to fit a full coverage glass protector under it without any issue.
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I just swapped my defender out for the clear pursuit. Defender was too bulky. It was annoying.
$80 case seems just a bit to steep for me.
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I too bought the clear pursuit case.
Pros:
works with Whitestone dome.
The clear back allows your skin to show.
great protection, not too bulky, good grip.
The bottom speaker is directed forward with the built in Port.
The flaps that cover the charging port are not stiff like my past experience with these types of cases.
Cons:
Price, it's too steep imo but it's a quality case.
Tough to put on and take off very often.
neither con or pro:
buttons are stiffer than I like but there won't be any accidental presses.
With this case and the whitestone dome I really feel like I can drop this phone and not worry. Piece of mind is worth the price of the screen protector and case as I don't carry insurance on my phone's.
My 70 year old mom just got this case for her S9+. LOL.