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As the title says. It absolutely ruins the beauty of this device for me.
I use a verus high pro shield (I think) most of the time. But when I am at home I use the phone without a casw
I use a Nillkin nature tpu case, which is clear and ultra thin. It won't do much against drops I presume but it does prevent the aluminium back getting scratched, which is what I use it for. I like it and don't think it ruins the beauty seeing as it's see through and adds virtually no bulk.
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I use rinke fusion just cause I can add a lanyard to it. been like this since HTC one M8
Orzly TGSP and a dbrand skin on back. Purchased the official Google case but got tired of it because it added bulk.
Nope. I'm always very careful with my phones and purchased Nexus Protect in case of emergencies.
I use spigen rugged armor. Its slim and looks great.
I'm using a Supremery cover on long drives so I can stick my phone on the magnetic mount in my car.
Usually I hate covers because they destroy the beauty of a 700€ phone but yesterday I noticed that probably shouldn't have kept the phone in the same pocket as my comb as I now got scratches allover the upper edge. Small but visible.
I'll try to live with that...
Always wrap your thing!
Yes.
Currently on Moko Halo series Hybrid cover and rotate it with Poetic Affinity (courtesy of Poetic) and Adopted TPU from Google play store. I can't stand having a single scratch or scuff mark on my phone or screen.
Supcase Slim Hybrid for me when out, naked at home. What an amazing case, so much protection, so little bulk and a truly unique design.
This is my first smartphone without a case, but I did invest in a glass screen protector. Going strong with no problems for three months now.
Spigen Ultra Hybrid clear case.... I actually dropped my phone the day before it arrived, so it's staying put!
(Luckily no damage from the drop, but my heart skipped a beat when it fell)
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I have the supcase unicorn beetle. I like it pretty well. I have ordered a Evolutive labs Crash guard bumper with rhino shield. They have some pretty impressive test videos to check out if you haven't heard of them. Just an outer edge bumper so it still shows off most of the beauty of the n6p.
http://www.evolutivelabs.com/collections
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Always wrap your thing!
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That might be an advice for at least one more thing in life. ?
Yes, I agree with you it can ruin the design of this phone but I bought a transparent ultra thin hard case and a 9H glass screen protector both for € 3,00 so I won't mind throwing the case away one day although there are already scratches on the case so I'm happy with it for now.
I used the Spigen Neo Hybrid EX the first couple of weeks, but I took it off once my dbrand skin got here. Pretty happy so far
Got the adopted case. Immediatly lost all love for the Nexus. Only using the case when alcohol is involved now.
I also use the Nillkin Nature with the Nillkin tempered glass. Is the thinnest case out there IMO.
Using Adopted Frost for now just to have some protection and still see the Aluminum through it...
Poll... Will you put a case on this awesome looking/feeling phone?
Yes, without one I'll lose resale value. I only keep my phones for 8-12 months and then sell them on to get something else. I want it in perfect condition. I'll probably sell next year and get the 2018 Oneplus device.
I do care about look and feel though, only got a thin Spigen case. I'll use it without sometimes, when at home.
I'm just using a skin and maybe a screen protector.
Most likely make.... Maybe a skin and only occasionally in a case.
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Case. The phone is strong front and back and does not bend easily- however the corners are vunerable to breakage- spreading to other parts of the phone. Luckily, good cases can easily protect against this vulnerability.
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I will spend $60 on a square trade warranty.
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Haven't decided between naked, a skin or ultra thin case. I have a Caudabe slim on my iPhone 7+ (https://www.caudabe.com/products/the-veil-xt-iphone-7-plus?variant=29855290116) and would love that on this. My LG G6 goes naked.
Like buying a 800$ phone and NOT protecting it? I know too many people who damaged their high end phone because of saving on the case...
I will more than likely have a dbrand skin on the back and screen protector on the front, or, no screen protector and a pocket sleeve. The slim cases are such a joke to me, more for grip than anything.. most phones that fall on the corner onto a hard surface is still going to end up with a blemish/dent , probably enough to annoy you and call insurance and request a replacement anyways.. No slim/air case protects the glass, at that point you would need a screen protector and the only way to really protect that is with a glass one, and we all know how that fiasco worked with the s7 edge and note 7...
I ordered the clear spigen ultra hybrid and plan on using it with nothing else as of yet. I'll wait until I can find a screen protector that doesn't change the feeling of the screen.
Not going with a skin right away because the color (Orchid Gray) was really the reason why I fell in love with the S8, and a skin on the back kind of ruins that for me.
Comparing the ultra hybrid to my old S6, it is literally 1mm wider than a case-less S6.
I never had a case on any of my phones and none suffered any type of physical damage. I guess it depends on the person and in general how you handle your belongings
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I ordered the clear spigen ultra hybrid and plan on using it with nothing else as of yet. I'll wait until I can find a screen protector that doesn't change the feeling of the screen.
Not going with a skin right away because the color (Orchid Gray) was really the reason why I fell in love with the S8, and a skin on the back kind of ruins that for me.
Comparing the ultra hybrid to my old S6, it is literally 1mm wider than a case-less S6.
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I bought the same case, but the Black bumper version (since I got the black S8) instead of the all clear version. Got it in the mail a few days ago, and its perfect. Not thick, and feels great. I won't get a screen protector since I like my screens naked
Definitely a case. I usually have 3 or 4 different ones. One hard plastic, very thin case. These are super slim but offer the least protection. One or two different TPU cases. Again, I will go slimmer, but these will be my daily drivers so I want some corner protection. I look for TPU cases that come up a bit higher on the curved edges - the curved edges are the most vulnerable part of these edge phones plus it helps lessen accidental edge touches (although I turn off all edge features anyway). Lastly I will look for a sturdier otterbox type case. One of my businesses I am a contractor/builder and having a real sturdy (yes bulkier) case is needed in this setting. I only use a case like this while on the job site though.
I have yet to see a decent tempered screen protector for edge screens. Couldn't find one for my note 7 or S7E. I will be using a full body wrap that is actually meant for the Samsung Note 8 tablet. It is a softer, clear screen protector but since it is bigger it will wrap around the whole phone. I cut it down to length of course to fit. But since it wrap around the whole phone it stays on with any case. The ones that are made to cover the entire display right to the bottom of the curved edge alway peel. So having a full body wrap screen protector is the best option IMO.
Will protect this beauty with a few different cases...
Yep, with my clumsy-ass self, I need one or else my phone will end up in crappy condition. And if I have a good case, I can retain its resale value as well. If my mom wasn't taking my S6, I'd sell it. Gonna get a few cases, depending on where I'm gonna be going. A thinner one for daily use and a thicker one if I'm doing things where I'd need more protection, like if I go hiking, or if I wanna carry as little as possible.
I hate cases, especially on such a pretty color like the orchid grey, but I already have my spigen air hybrid on hand because my S6 too often has liked to literally jump out of my hand.
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Like buying a 800$ phone and NOT protecting it? I know too many people who damaged their high end phone because of saving on the case...
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no doubt. i guess a lot of people have expendable income.
I already got my Spigen Neo Hybrid. I'll buy a Spigen slimarmor case and a clear case after I get my S8+. I will probably buy more but not right away. Envoy caseology case. And I will get a screen protector, when I find a good one or if I find a good one.
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no doubt. i guess a lot of people have expendable income.
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Or they buy insurance... [emoji12]
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Or they buy insurance... [emoji12]
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true, but even the insurance claim is $200 or more. eeekkk
So the question is probably familiar from past phones from Sammy such as Note8 or S8/s8+ lol... The consensus from previous reads on XDA and reddit seems to be Whitestone Dome but a lot also gave negative reviews of it due it either lose touch response, or peeling off too easy. I had purchased a full adhesive from aliexpress for my Note8 but could not really use it since I sold the phone to get the S9+ . Anyone has any good recommendation for a tempered glass based on the brands they got for their previous Sammy? I mean recommendation as in, they dropped the phone with it on, like on the corners and the screen survived even though the glass shattered? Case would be great too, as I have a Supcase on the way. Thanks!!
Not the Whitestone then? I was almost about to pull the trigger on getting one for the S9+ but I'm hesitant now.
I've been using Whitestone for myself and my kids, although it has it's fragilities (cold, an snow can alter it) its the best i've tried. I've already ordered mine for the S9+... If i were you get a couple... just in case. As once you've tested it, you won't go back on the side glued ones. You just need to glue it well, and don't be in a hurry.
I've never had issues with touch sensitivity or peeling off (that's even nuts as it's literally glued to the screen, if you break the dome and need to peel it off you should be careful as it's glued it shatters and pieces can jump).
There may be another option now and as upset as I was with the first interation of Zagg's tempered glass screen protector for the s8+, they have come out with the glass curve elite. https://www.zagg.com/us/en_us/invisibleshield/glass-curve-elite-samsung-galaxy-s9-plus/ They say that it has full adhesion. So if it actually works well they supply a lifetime warranty. It is 49.99 so it's expensive but I'm going to give it a shot.
Whitestone was great but with a long installation process, I went for it twice, I'm going to (no offense) pass on Whitestone for my s9+. If there was a tempered glass product for curved screens that was as easy to install as a flat screen tempered glass screen protector, and like a conventional screen protector has good full glass adhesion I'm going to go for that option.
I have tried almost 5 brands but still did not get satisfactory result.
Just pre ordered the white stone. It was the best on the note 8.
Upgrading from two S7 edge to two S9+ (already pre-ordered) I never tried tempered glass on my smartphones because I found them a little too expensive to justify given that I have to buy two glass protectors. The OTAO 3D glass protector looked to be an "inexpensive" way to give tempered glass a try, but someone on the S9 thread about Screen Protectors complained about the OTAO falling off his phone whenever he took it out of his pocket. Some folks have also mentioned that this protector doesn't fully cover the curve edge which makes it "case friendly", but this also make it less appealing. These two negative findings put some doubt in my mind about ordering this specific protector for now. Folks using the S8+ have given this protector a "good" review on Amazon. But I also don't know if most of these reviews are for the "old" version or for the "Updated" version on this protector for the S8+. If there's someone here that has used the "Updated" OTAO protector on a Galaxy phone with a curved screen (preferably the S8+)... can you tell us about your experience? I guessthe "Updated" version is the one being used for the S9+.
I have used Zagg's Invisible HD shields on all my smartphones. I found them to be durable and compatible with many cases. Including cases for the S7 edge.Installing them is a little complex and you need to get it right the first time in order to avoid bubbles and the edges from lifting. I had to return the one that I installed on my wife's S7 edge once because a corner kept lifting and getting dust under it. All I had to do was return the old one and they send me a new one. Once I installed the replacement correctly, it has stayed on her phone for over a year without any issues. I'm waiting for it to be available in Amazon as they're usually discounted. The Zagg website indicates that they're sold out of their Invisible HD shield for the S9+
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Upgrading from two S7 edge to two S9+ (already pre-ordered) I never tried tempered glass on my smartphones because I found them a little too expensive to justify given that I have to buy two glass protectors. The OTAO 3D glass protector looked to be an "inexpensive" way to give tempered glass a try, but someone on the S9 thread about Screen Protectors complained about the OTAO falling off his phone whenever he took it out of his pocket. Some folks have also mentioned that this protector doesn't fully cover the curve edge which makes it "case friendly", but this also make it less appealing. These two negative findings put some doubt in my mind about ordering this specific protector for now. Folks using the S8+ have given this protector a "good" review on Amazon. But I also don't know if most of these reviews are for the "old" version or for the "Updated" version on this protector for the S8+. If there's someone here that has used the "Updated" OTAO protector on a Galaxy phone with a curved screen (preferably the S8+)... can you tell us about your experience? I guessthe "Updated" version is the one being used for the S9+.
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OTAO have two versions, a case-friendly one, which has to leave a couple of areas exposed for the case to fit, and a full cover one. I have had the case friendly one on my S8 and been very pleased with it. Never popped off. One person complaining his came off should not be taken to be evidence that there is something inherently wrong. There could be two reasons - either his was slightly faulty with not enough glue - no company has 100% quality control - or maybe he didn't press it on hard enough when he fitted it.
I've had two. The first one cracked when I dropped the phone on a marble floor but the phone screen was unmarked. Even though it cracked, it did not pop off. The edges still stuck. The second one is still on the phone.
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There may be another option now and as upset as I was with the first interation of Zagg's tempered glass screen protector for the s8+, they have come out with the glass curve elite. https://www.zagg.com/us/en_us/invisibleshield/glass-curve-elite-samsung-galaxy-s9-plus/ They say that it has full adhesion. So if it actually works well they supply a lifetime warranty. It is 49.99 so it's expensive but I'm going to give it a shot.
Whitestone was great but with a long installation process, I went for it twice, I'm going to (no offense) pass on Whitestone for my s9+. If there was a tempered glass product for curved screens that was as easy to install as a flat screen tempered glass screen protector, and like a conventional screen protector has good full glass adhesion I'm going to go for that option.
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Will be interested to hear how this full adhesive version stacks up against the LOCA types.
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OTAO have two versions, a case-friendly one, which has to leave a couple of areas exposed for the case to fit, and a full cover one. I have had the case friendly one on my S8 and been very pleased with it. Never popped off. One person complaining his came off should not be taken to be evidence that there is something inherently wrong. There could be two reasons - either his was slightly faulty with not enough glue - no company has 100% quality control - or maybe he didn't press it on hard enough when he fitted it.
I've had two. The first one cracked when I dropped the phone on a marble floor but the phone screen was unmarked. Even though it cracked, it did not pop off. The edges still stuck. The second one is still on the phone.
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Thanks for your reply... The complains put "some doubt" in my mind about the protector, I had not concluded that there was something inherently wrong with the OTAO. I posted here because I wanted to hear comments from other folks before I made my decision.
I didn't know that OTAO also made a protector that fully covers the screen, but after you mentioned it... I searched further and also found the OTAO Full Screen Coverage - Double Strong 3D in Amazon. At the same $12 price as the Case Friendly. At this price point, I might get one of each and test them with the case I'm going to use. I'm looking for a slim TPU cases from Spigen, EasyAcc, ESR and Caseologic. Currently, I use a Ringke Slim case with my S7 edge, but given the larger screen size of the S9+; I'd like a more protective setup. What case are you using on your S8 with the OTAO case friendly protector?... Thanks again.
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So the question is probably familiar from past phones from Sammy such as Note8 or S8/s8+ lol... The consensus from previous reads on XDA and reddit seems to be Whitestone Dome but a lot also gave negative reviews of it due it either lose touch response, or peeling off too easy. I had purchased a full adhesive from aliexpress for my Note8 but could not really use it since I sold the phone to get the S9+ . Anyone has any good recommendation for a tempered glass based on the brands they got for their previous Sammy? I mean recommendation as in, they dropped the phone with it on, like on the corners and the screen survived even though the glass shattered? Case would be great too, as I have a Supcase on the way. Thanks!!
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For my gs8+, I've had good experiences with both the Otao TGSP and the newer full-adhesive ones.
Until a full-adhesive TGSP comes out for the gs9+ from a company I recognize, I'm gonna start with the Otao gs9+ TGSP.
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For my gs8+, I've had good experiences with both the Otao TGSP and the newer full-adhesive ones.
Until a full-adhesive TGSP comes out for the gs9+ from a company I recognize, I'm gonna start with the Otao gs9+ TGSP.
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https://www.zagg.com/us/en_us/invis...protector/glass-curve-elite-samsung-galaxy-s9
optimummind said:
For my gs8+, I've had good experiences with both the Otao TGSP and the newer full-adhesive ones.
Until a full-adhesive TGSP comes out for the gs9+ from a company I recognize, I'm gonna start with the Otao gs9+ TGSP.
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How's the adhesive on the OTAO full adhesive for the s8+ that u got?
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How's the adhesive on the OTAO full adhesive for the s8+ that u got?
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I'm using this one:
EyeO2 Screen Protector for Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus 9H Full Adhesive 3D Curved Tempered Glass Guard High Sensitivity HD Full Cover Edge Protector S8+ Protective Film Replacement Accessories Black 2 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074QN6ZB5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jPHNAbDN9V2VR
And it's good.
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Well I've gambled on the zagg + defender combo, I hope they play nice.....
Will report back......
i've just ordered this can anyone recommend a decent case please.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Protector-...=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1520177568&sr=1-3
I just ordered the Zagg. Saved £4 using promo code zagg10 at checkout. £36 felt easier to swallow then £40!
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OTAO have two versions, a case-friendly one, which has to leave a couple of areas exposed for the case to fit, and a full cover one. I have had the case friendly one on my S8 and been very pleased with it. Never popped off. One person complaining his came off should not be taken to be evidence that there is something inherently wrong. There could be two reasons - either his was slightly faulty with not enough glue - no company has 100% quality control - or maybe he didn't press it on hard enough when he fitted it.
I've had two. The first one cracked when I dropped the phone on a marble floor but the phone screen was unmarked. Even though it cracked, it did not pop off. The edges still stuck. The second one is still on the phone.
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I also have an OTAO on my Note 8 - fits beautifully - holds very well - smooth - full responsiveness - no issues at all.
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I also have an OTAO on my Note 8 - fits beautifully - holds very well - smooth - full responsiveness - no issues at all.
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What version of the OTAO are you using on your Note 8 [Case Friendly] or [Full Screen Coverage]? Are you using the "Updated" version that I believe has "full-adhesive"? Are you also using a case and if so... which one?
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So the question is probably familiar from past phones from Sammy such as Note8 or S8/s8+ lol... The consensus from previous reads on XDA and reddit seems to be Whitestone Dome but a lot also gave negative reviews of it due it either lose touch response, or peeling off too easy. I had purchased a full adhesive from aliexpress for my Note8 but could not really use it since I sold the phone to get the S9+ . Anyone has any good recommendation for a tempered glass based on the brands they got for their previous Sammy? I mean recommendation as in, they dropped the phone with it on, like on the corners and the screen survived even though the glass shattered? Case would be great too, as I have a Supcase on the way. Thanks!!
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I'll be working on a buyers guide today and tomorrow it will be on my channel.. In the mean time I posted a thread about a 10 dollar dome glass copy from the supplying factory and their are a few full adhesive glass protectors I'm tested.. All the others are the same generic ones just like the S8/N8
I've purchased (but not used yet) the Whitestone Dome screen protector. I've seen videos of both that and also the amFilm being installed. The only difference I saw was the Whitestone had a "bridge" for holding the adhesive bottle while it empties, while the amFilm offers a fingerprint-size cylindrical weight to place over the fingerprint area to reduce the amount of adhesive between the fingerprint sensor and the screen protector.
I see other brands for curing the adhesive with ultraviolet light have suddenly popped up as well.
Thoughts on which is the best?
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My wife has the Whitestone on her note 10+. The fingerprint works fine for her. When I program in my fingerprint it doesn't work well at all. Usually takes 2+ times to unlock it... So I guess it depends on an individuals fingerprint on how well it works... That being said, my wife has already put a hairline crack in the Whitestone. She did the same thing with several Whitestones on her note 8. I have had a Whitestone on my pixel 2xl since it came out and haven't cracked one, while she has cracked 4. My theory is that the adhesive creates a slightly spongy layer under the glass. When the glass is pressed on (like leaning over while in ones tight pockets) , the glass can crack. My wife is an er doctor and is constantly leaning over patients putting pressure on the phone. She always turns the phone towards her leg, so it's not the impact but rather the pressure. My pockets are generally looser and I rarely sit with my phone in my pocket. I assume that is why in almost 2 years I haven't cracked one.
Think they are both similar. ymmv on the fp sensor.
i'd say go with the amfilm because its cheaper and comes with 2.
I love my Whitestone Dome on my Note 10+, but I have to admit, if I had known about the AmFilm, I might've gone that direction instead. 2 for $40 is tempting and the also offer a lifetime warranty on replacements. Just pay S&H. Whitestone charges $9.99 S&H for warranty replacements. I assume AmFilm is similar in cost.
Here's my suggestion, if you can afford to eat the $40. Keep the Whitestone and order the AmFilm.
Install the AmFilm and use it for a week. Test sensitivity, durability, scratch resistance, and most importantly, the FP sensor.
Then after a week, rip it off, and install Whitestone Dome. Run the same test. If you prefer Whitestone, leave it on. If you prefer AmFilm, you still have a spare in the box, so rip off the Whitestone and reinstall AmFilm.
Then post on here your thoughts and feelings and why you chose one over the other.
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I love my Whitestone Dome on my Note 10+, but I have to admit, if I had known about the AmFilm, I might've gone that direction instead. 2 for $40 is tempting and the also offer a lifetime warranty on replacements. Just pay S&H. Whitestone charges $9.99 S&H for warranty replacements. I assume AmFilm is similar in cost.
Here's my suggestion, if you can afford to eat the $40. Keep the Whitestone and order the AmFilm.
Install the AmFilm and use it for a week. Test sensitivity, durability, scratch resistance, and most importantly, the FP sensor.
Then after a week, rip it off, and install Whitestone Dome. Run the same test. If you prefer Whitestone, leave it on. If you prefer AmFilm, you still have a spare in the box, so rip off the Whitestone and reinstall AmFilm.
Then post on here your thoughts and feelings and why you chose one over the other.
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Thanks for the input. My situation's a little unique. I went all out when buying this phone with a 512GB 5G Version and a 512GB card installed. I have not used a screen protector in years and my phones are always flawless - my Note 8 that I just turned in for the Note 10 looks like it's brand new still. I work in an office and I keep the phone in my front right pants pocket with nothing else ever in that same pocket. I guess I just got the Whitestone dome because I went a little nuts with this phone and I expect it to last more than two versions (I usually slip versions) - maybe the Note 13 if there is going to be such an animal - even so maybe an excuse for wasting my money. Maybe I'll even return it. Long story short the screen protector already on the phone is fine for now for me and if it ever does start to wear, I'll peel it off and then debate longer about whether or not to use the Whitestone. So in my case actually probably a waste of money. The screen protector that comes on the phone actually goes all the way around the camera hole while the Whitestone has a notch on top of it which I don't really like. Call me nuts but that's my situation lol...
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Thanks for the input. My situation's a little unique. I went all out when buying this phone with a 512GB 5G Version and a 512GB card installed. I have not used a screen protector in years and my phones are always flawless - my Note 8 that I just turned in for the Note 10 looks like it's brand new still. I work in an office and I keep the phone in my front right pocket with nothing else ever in that same pocket. I guess I just got the Whitestone domebecause I went a little nuts with this phone and I expect the last more than two versions maybe the note 13 if there is going to be such an animal. Long story short the screen protector already on the phone is fine for now for me and if it ever does start to wear Auto spill it off and then debate longer about whether or not to use the white stone. So in my case actually probably a waste of money. The screen protector that comes on the phone actually goes all the way around the camera hole while the Whitestone has a notch on top for it which I don't really like. Call me nuts but that's my situation lol...
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Completely understand and agree. The factory installed screen protector is much better than people give it credit for. My wife used it on her S10+ until she finally scratched it up at the beach. Sandy fingers and all that. I replaced hers with the Ringke Dual Easy Film which she loves and I've used in the past. By the way, even though the sand scratched the funk out of her factory screen protector, the glass underneath was perfect.
And I also agree about the notch. It's my only complaint about the tempered glass screen protectors. Ringke Dual Easy Film actually covers the camera, but doesn't affect picture quality. So it's really invisible.
I had use Whitestone Dome Glass for Galaxy Note9 and my current phone, Note10. I didn't have any issue so far and fingerprint works great! and they also provides lifetime warranty for every time that you request.
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My wife has the Whitestone on her note 10+. The fingerprint works fine for her. When I program in my fingerprint it doesn't work well at all. Usually takes 2+ times to unlock it... So I guess it depends on an individuals fingerprint on how well it works... That being said, my wife has already put a hairline crack in the Whitestone. She did the same thing with several Whitestones on her note 8. I have had a Whitestone on my pixel 2xl since it came out and haven't cracked one, while she has cracked 4. My theory is that the adhesive creates a slightly spongy layer under the glass. When the glass is pressed on (like leaning over while in ones tight pockets) , the glass can crack. My wife is an er doctor and is constantly leaning over patients putting pressure on the phone. She always turns the phone towards her leg, so it's not the impact but rather the pressure. My pockets are generally looser and I rarely sit with my phone in my pocket. I assume that is why in almost 2 years I haven't cracked one.
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Ok maybe your wife should not be an ER doctor if she is breaking her whitestone crushing it against patients?
I will say that my wife has cracked all of her whitestone protectors, while I only just cracked the one on my Note 9 after almost a year of being break free. I am a contractor who is constantly in situations where phones get hit or impacted (I do use an Otterbox defender case while at work), she works in an office and yet still seems to be breaking her tempered protectors. often Which is exactly why I put a tempered (whitestone) protector on her phone, because otherwise it would be her display that was getting broken, and since I pay for her and my phones on my VZ account.... I need these expensive phones protected as much as possible.
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I've purchased (but not used yet) the Whitestone Dome screen protector. I've seen videos of both that and also the amFilm being installed. The only difference I saw was the Whitestone had a "bridge" for holding the adhesive bottle while it empties, while the amFilm offers a fingerprint-size cylindrical weight to place over the fingerprint area to reduce the amount of adhesive between the fingerprint sensor and the screen protector.
I see other brands for curing the adhesive with ultraviolet light have suddenly popped up as well.
Thoughts on which is the best?
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I love Whitestone Dome and have used them for a long time. My brother just got the Note 10+ and his works great. I have the S10+ and it has been fine for me. I broke mine when I dropped it getting out of my car, but luckily it was just the dome glass and not my screen. The warranty fee of $9.99 is annoying, but it is better than buying a new one. I don't know anything about AM Film, but Whitestone has been around for a long time and I think we are seeing a lot of knock-offs start to come out. I would say use Whitestone because the quality is probably better.
If you shop there website, they usually have some good discounts available. My brother got his for 20% off and when I bought mine it was 30% off.
I was looking into getting the two for my new Note 10 but I heard amFilm only gives one replacement per purchase compared to Whitestone which replaces as many times as you need to. So even if you break or mess up installing your replacement, you're going to have to buy a whole new kit at regular retail cost again.
Honestly, I'm leaning more towards the Whitestone one just because it's only a few bucks more and I've heard it's more reliable than amFilm. Plus the warranty stuff I mentioned lol.
I use whitestone dome. I have since the note 8. It's credible. AmFilm is not.
Do these type screen protectors leave behind any residue when you remove them?
754boy said:
Do these type screen protectors leave behind any residue when you remove them?
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No they do not leave residue behind. When removed the residue goes stays with the screen protector. Still clean the screen but you won't have any residue behind.
I've had to remove mine and reinstall due to bubbles forming a week after but new one is doing good now.
I have the Whitestone Dome glass.
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Do these type screen protectors leave behind any residue when you remove them?
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Depends, especially if you've had it on there for a while, it will leave residue. You'll have to slowly wipe it off with rubbing alcohol.
Hello, i read about squiggles or something, some weird things happening on edges of whitestone dome due to the glue on corners after ~1 or 2 months.
Many of these comments are found on Reddit, while in this topic everyone seems to say whitestone is very good and lasted long for them.
Examples :
https://i.imgur.com/PclyW3M.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/WWtsyZH.jpg
Who can i trust? At this price i am expecting a 'flawless' screen protector.
Also, anyone tried protection that are only available with professional installation in shops? Like this kind of stuff :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkul7RZkmFw
Amfilm has been excellent so far. so far
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KruseLudsMobile said:
I've purchased (but not used yet) the Whitestone Dome screen protector. I've seen videos of both that and also the amFilm being installed. The only difference I saw was the Whitestone had a "bridge" for holding the adhesive bottle while it empties, while the amFilm offers a fingerprint-size cylindrical weight to place over the fingerprint area to reduce the amount of adhesive between the fingerprint sensor and the screen protector.
I see other brands for curing the adhesive with ultraviolet light have suddenly popped up as well.
Thoughts on which is the best?
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Some people have a brand loyalty to 'Whitestone', maybe because they haven't tried other UV solutions, but more likely because they've had a positive experience with it.
What you should be aware of is that 'Whitestone' didn't invent the process, however, fair dues to them in that they have refined the process in an effort to make it as easy, foolproof and of course marketable as possible.
If you're a relatively competent person, that doesn't require the peripheral accessories that 'Whitestone' and for that matter, 'Amfilm' provides there are much cheaper, and imho just as effective products out there.
Maybe the thing to do is buy one from 'Ebay', average prices are around £3 -£5, and even cheaper on 'Aliexpress'. See if it works for you, and once you've got the principle of it under your belt, maybe then try one of the more expensive brands if not satisfied with their quality, but in all honesty, they're all just glass and UV glue.
mafy31 said:
Hello, i read about squiggles or something, some weird things happening on edges of whitestone dome due to the glue on corners after ~1 or 2 months.
Many of these comments are found on Reddit, while in this topic everyone seems to say whitestone is very good and lasted long for them.
Examples :
https://i.imgur.com/PclyW3M.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/WWtsyZH.jpg
Who can i trust? At this price i am expecting a 'flawless' screen protector.
Also, anyone tried protection that are only available with professional installation in shops? Like this kind of stuff :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkul7RZkmFw
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Every phone I have used whitestone on any phone they look like yours a few months in. Guess I will keep rocking factory samsung screen protector for now
oneandroidnut said:
Every phone I have used whitestone on any phone they look like yours a few months in. Guess I will keep rocking factory samsung screen protector for now
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More reason to use the cheaper alternatives, since £3 every 3 months or so isn't such a huge hit, even cheaper than those TGSP with the glue on the edges.
Unfortunately the factory fitted screen protectors are only good for scratch resistance, best drop protection is still glass.
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More reason to use the cheaper alternatives, since £3 every 3 months or so isn't such a huge hit, even cheaper than those TGSP with the glue on the edges.
Unfortunately the factory fitted screen protectors are only good for scratch resistance, best drop protection is still glass.
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True but also the factory protector gets scratched easily. I use the S View cover and it is horrible, first day it got scratched on the side already and now i get scratches here and there despite being very careful.
It fits the Note so well, i wish i could find the same quality, gloss vibrant protector with no bubbles and that fits all the screen like the factory one.
I would like to try professionally installed protectors (self curing ones) but it seems that they are not really glossy on the videos i have seen.
I ordered a $2.15 LOCA tempered glass screen protector on Aliexpress. Purchased 08/28 and received it today 09/17. I live in San Francisco. Overall the quality of the screen is pretty much the same as the Whitestone. This one doesn't come with the plastic alignment case that the Whitestone comes with, but you get a UV light and single bottle of glue. I used the same procedure as Whitestone but just without the guide. Also you don't get any tapes to protect the USB ports, etc. I just cut some packing tape and covered those up. I did ok, there is a small air bubble at the bottom. I hope it slowly cures over time. My experience with Whitestone is that you don't want to push and squeeze too hard. You can barely notice it when screen is on, but I'm kind of OCD so I ordered another and may swap it.
So if you have experience and can wait (Note 10/10+ comes with a screen protector), save some money. BTW, finger print works just fine.
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is that an Spigen tough armor case?
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Same experience. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done. Just tape over the speakers. There are some on ebay for a similar price if you don't like using Ali for some reason.
Whitestone and AMFILM are good if you need to be spoon fed.
*looks at my Whitestone with no bubbles* Hmmm... Maybe being "spoon-fed" isn't so bad.
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*looks at my Whitestone with no bubbles* Hmmm... Maybe being "spoon-fed" isn't so bad.
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I had bubble with my first Whitestone. I think having the guide cage helps but if you have experience, it's not necessary. There is just some luck to it.
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gordec said:
I had bubble with my first Whitestone. I think having the guide cage helps but if you have experience, it's not necessary. There is just some luck to it.
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I've installed quite a few LOCA TGSPs. Some I bought LOCA separate and then bought a TGSP and made my own kit. Worked great, was messy AF to install, cause I had NO idea how much to use, LOL. and they all chipped and cracked in a week or two.
I've also bought some cheaper kits that included the right amount of LOCA and a TGSP. They ended up lifting on the edges. Last one I tried was Note 9.
I wound buying a second used Note 9 that already had Whitestone Dome installed by the previous owner, and I loved it. So when I pre-ordered my Note 10+, I pre-ordered a Whitestone Dome for it. Sucked paying over $40, but honestly, I've spent hundreds in the past trying to find the "perfect" screen protector. Don't regret Whitestone or the money spent at all. And the installation tray made it dead simple. It was worth it to get it right the first time.
If I had to change TGSPs, if go with AmFilm, just because they're also getting great reviews are basically half the price. Or I'd go back to a soft screen protector, the Ringke Dual Easy Film. It's just basically invisible.
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I've installed quite a few LOCA TGSPs. Some I bought LOCA separate and then bought a TGSP and made my own kit. Worked great, was messy AF to install, cause I had NO idea how much to use, LOL. and they all chipped and cracked in a week or two.
I've also bought some cheaper kits that included the right amount of LOCA and a TGSP. They ended up lifting on the edges. Last one I tried was Note 9.
I wound buying a second used Note 9 that already had Whitestone Dome installed by the previous owner, and I loved it. So when I pre-ordered my Note 10+, I pre-ordered a Whitestone Dome for it. Sucked paying over $40, but honestly, I've spent hundreds in the past trying to find the "perfect" screen protector. Don't regret Whitestone or the money spent at all. And the installation tray made it dead simple. It was worth it to get it right the first time.
If I had to change TGSPs, if go with AmFilm, just because they're also getting great reviews are basically half the price. Or I'd go back to a soft screen protector, the Ringke Dual Easy Film. It's just basically invisible.
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Soft ones are uncomfortable with spen right? I tried one for the Note 9.
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gordec said:
Soft ones are uncomfortable with spen right? I tried one for the Note 9.
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Depends on which one you buy the wet install ones typically suck to use with the SPen. The Ringke was awesome. Couldn't tell it was there, even with the SPen. I honestly can't speak highly enough of them. They honestly feel like glass.
Thanks. Bought one to try.
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Mr. Orange 645 said:
Depends on which one you buy the wet install ones typically suck to use with the SPen. The Ringke was awesome. Couldn't tell it was there, even with the SPen. I honestly can't speak highly enough of them. They honestly feel like glass.
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Installed it. I like it. It's not glass but very smooth with Spen. The extreme edges has slight lift but very mild. Not sure if you had some tricks to get all the edges to stay down.
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Installed it. I like it. It's not glass but very smooth with Spen. The extreme edges has slight lift but very mild. Not sure if you had some tricks to get all the edges to stay down.
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I haven't tried one on my N10+, but installed them on my Note 9 and my wife's S10+. Neither one had any issues with the edges lifting at all. I wish I had some tricks to offer, but I just followed the directions.
It's funny, when I installed my wife's Ringke on her S10+ I was showing her the difference between it and the Whitestone Dome tempered glass (which are the time was on my Note 9). I was showing her how glass was smoother than her Ringke protector, but to my surprise, my finger actually glided easier across her Ringke than my Whitestone! Now my Whitestone Dome on that phone was a few months old, so some of the oleophobic coating had probably worn off and her Ringke screen protector was brand new, but I was really shocked and just how smooth it was to the touch.
As far as the lifting edges, two thoughts. One, you didn't get it lined up perfectly so maybe something is a little off? A half millimeter either way could make it uneven. But I don't think thats the issue. Two, perhaps the edges of your phone weren't clean enough and had some residual oils? Or three, you just got a faulty screen protector. If it gets worse, try the second one in the pack. If that fails, reach out to Ringke and they should replace it for free.
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I haven't tried one on my N10+, but installed them on my Note 9 and my wife's S10+. Neither one had any issues with the edges lifting at all. I wish I had some tricks to offer, but I just followed the directions.
It's funny, when I installed my wife's Ringke on her S10+ I was showing her the difference between it and the Whitestone Dome tempered glass (which are the time was on my Note 9). I was showing her how glass was smoother than her Ringke protector, but to my surprise, my finger actually glided easier across her Ringke than my Whitestone! Now my Whitestone Dome on that phone was a few months old, so some of the oleophobic coating had probably worn off and her Ringke screen protector was brand new, but I was really shocked and just how smooth it was to the touch.
As far as the lifting edges, two thoughts. One, you didn't get it lined up perfectly so maybe something is a little off? A half millimeter either way could make it uneven. But I don't think thats the issue. Two, perhaps the edges of your phone weren't clean enough and had some residual oils? Or three, you just got a faulty screen protector. If it gets worse, try the second one in the pack. If that fails, reach out to Ringke and they should replace it for free.
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The lift is really very minor. Only the most OCD types will mind. Thanks for the rec. I agree how easy it's to glide your finger on it. Finger print also works better.
gordec said:
The lift is really very minor. Only the most OCD types will mind. Thanks for the rec. I agree how easy it's to glide your finger on it. Finger print also works better.
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I installed Whitestone on my N10+, but bought a pack of Ringke as a back up. Crack the Whitestone, I can install the Ringke while waiting on a replacement.
But, I think what I'll do is next paycheck, I'm going to order the AmFilm LOCA screen protector and run a little comparison.
I've used Whitestone for a month now and am pleased, but I do think it made the FP sensor less accurate But I'll remove it and install the Ringke and see how I like it, especially with the fingerprint sensor.
I'll use that for a couple weeks then install the AmFilm tempered glass one and compare it to the others.
It means a waste of $40, but in the name of inaccurate anecdotal science, why not? And if I decide I prefer Whitestone after all, it's just a $10 replacement under warranty to go back to it. I'll post my results in a thread here, maybe with some pictures.
Sorry, I know that had nothing to do with your lifting edges. Just thinking out loud. And by out loud, I mean in silence and just typing it.
The lifting edges of ringke, when I installed on my s10+, I found it best to work them down initially then just wait a while before trying again. I waited around 30 mins to 1hr after fitting it and found they stuck down easily.
I struggled with the 1st protector so discarded it but using the waiting method, the 2nd protector sides stayed down.
If you like the original screen protector you can get OEM quality screen protectors cheap on eBay. You want ones made out of PET which are harder like the OEM ones and not the soft TPU ones that you have to install wet and they dent way too easily. I install the PET ones wet though as you have time to move it around on the screen to get it aligned perfectly and you just push out the solution (I spray purple cleaner on the screen before I install) and any dust is removed when you push out the solution.
Just installed one myself that came from aliexpress. It turned out fine but was a bit disappointed that the glass is curvy on the edges like an s10 rather than being "boxy" so the edges are a bit exposed. Can't be bothered though to buy another one and go through the installation again as it took quite some time to get it done. Fingerprint is working fine, just press the fingerprint area while curing for the first time.
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If you like the original screen protector you can get OEM quality screen protectors cheap on eBay. You want ones made out of PET which are harder like the OEM ones and not the soft TPU ones that you have to install wet and they dent way too easily. I install the PET ones wet though as you have time to move it around on the screen to get it aligned perfectly and you just push out the solution (I spray purple cleaner on the screen before I install) and any dust is removed when you push out the solution.
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I thought using a wet solution would make the glue not stick anymore for the PET types. Also I was told by Samsung that the stock screen protector is applied with a UV light to cure. So it's like a tempered glass install but a thin plastic type?
fusiondynamics said:
I thought using a wet solution would make the glue not stick anymore for the PET types. Also I was told by Samsung that the stock screen protector is applied with a UV light to cure. So it's like a tempered glass install but a thin plastic type?
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The adhesive will stick fine on the protector even if you install it wet. I do it all the time.
what is the price this protector?
protector price,?
ajsmsg78 said:
The adhesive will stick fine on the protector even if you install it wet. I do it all the time.
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What do you use, just water or lightly soapy solution?