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Scratches Already WTF

we just purchased galaxy s7 edge last 2 weeks and there is 2 hairline scratches already i mean our family don't have point nails and my mom don't bring it outside whenver she goes its just on the house
and the home button has 1 scratch already wtf pls help?

i think the scratch is from the inside of the coating hmmm i can see it only when u flash a light or through the sun

You must buy a cover for this device. Moving with it inside your home, not putting in your pocket, placing it around, it's a definitely risky situation: there could be something that scratch back surface or front surface. Fortunately edges allow cover producers included Samsung to place higher corner at the top and bottom, so it stays on the front without touching what's leaned on. Glass scratches! EVER, gorilla will never tell you

I have the same issue.
I got my device on Monday, Tuesday morning i noticed the first big scratch on top of the screen.
Wednesday morning i noticed another one, this time on the bottom.
They are rather huge, and the funny thing is that when i clean the device, the scratches are gone.
When i use the device and the screen is covered with fingerprints, then they reappear. So I must assume that the oleophobic coating is damaged.
And i think I found out where it happened. In the pocket of my jeans on the inside I have stitches . Seems that when i move around, these stitches will rub on the device and destroy the coating.
This is the first phone where this happened. Ever.
Now i ordered a oleophobic spray and hope that I can repair it.

which spray did you order i need as well and from were

Fusso. Amazon. Expensive. I use rain x though. Apply liberally and then wipe liberally with slight damp microfiber cloth. May need to wipe a couple days to get it to desirable level of smoothness and not leaving bad streaks. But I also do this in screen protectors. I never use the glass directly.

scratches on samsung devices are a known thing since long ago.. nothing new here

gd6noob said:
scratches on samsung devices are a known thing since long ago.. nothing new here
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Silly. Samsung uses the same Gorilla glass everyone else uses, and they all use similar oleophobic coatings.. It's no more susceptible to scratches than any other phone.

Yup, i got i minor one how i dont know but now i have a case and screen protector.

aishakeys said:
which spray did you order i need as well and from were
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I ordered it on Ebay. Somewhere else I read that they are very good, but they will arrive in two weeks time before i can give any impressions.
Dealername - store*japan
Product - F/S Proteger Oleophobic Coating Kit

meyerweb said:
Silly. Samsung uses the same Gorilla glass everyone else uses, and they all use similar oleophobic coatings.. It's no more susceptible to scratches than any other phone.
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you sure its the same glass?
skip to 2:28

Just the front is gorilla glass, the back is normal glass.

And the back of the htc is metal, not glass. Stupid comment.
The front of every high-end Android phone sold in the US is Gorilla Glass 4. Yes, the same glass.

well thats me rip my s7 edge has back stratches already regret buying this ****

I've had my Note 4 for a year and a half, not a single scratch, hairline or other. Day 3 with my S7edge, I have several fine scratches. I don't know if it's the curved glass, but this screen is definitely not durable.
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kronium said:
I've had my Note 4 for a year and a half, not a single scratch, hairline or other. Day 3 with my S7edge, I have several fine scratches. I don't know if it's the curved glass, but this screen is definitely not durable.
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My previous S6 Edge+ got a hairline scratch on the display almost right away. It was only visible when the screen was clean.
That's the reason I put a protector on my S7 Edge the second I pulled it out of the box.
The SAMOLED displays definitely scratch easily, or at least the coating does.

For the ones that use your devices without screen protector...

How long do you guys have been using your devices? Did you get any scratch?

have had mine since a few days before official release date, already have scratches in the screen and I baby the crap out of it.
my S7E held up better and had none. I love everything else about this phone, but this is kinda sad.

nosympathy said:
have had mine since a few days before official release date, already have scratches in the screen and I baby the crap out of it.
my S7E held up better and had none. I love everything else about this phone, but this is kinda sad.
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Your is the snapdragon version?

Tiago A said:
Your is the snapdragon version?
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hello,
more than one month of use, no problem at all with no any screen protector.
regards

saw badly scarred glass screens of a couple of friends s8+'s... shat bricks on seeing that...
have put a tempered glass screen protector over mine...
not the best thing to do, i know... the curved edges make it practically impossible for the glass to remain stuck in pace... but anything better than shredding the screen anyway.
in the meantime, my search for a slim film as a screen protector continues.

I use no screen protector and no case. Never have on any phone. Have never had a single scratch or mark on any of my screens (iphone 2s, S2, S3, S5, S8+).

Never used any screen protector just an ultra thin case. Screen is not scratched.

Got it shortly after release and glass still perfect.

I've had mine a month, glass is still fine. I usually don't run screen protectors on my phones.

I've had mine a week, and touch-wood no scratches.
That being said, I'm waiting for my Whitestone Dome protector to arrive.
The moment it's here I'm using it.
I ended up going naked with my S7e too and didn't have any issues but I feel like I should be more careful with this device.
Just my two cents.

Ever since my Galaxy note 3I have never use the screen protector never had any scratches whatsover on my note for Note 3, Note 4, Note 5, S6 edge, S7 edge, add my latest S8+ either.
You'll be surprised how strong and scratch free this gorilla glass is.
Make sure to use a heavy duty protective case though. One good drop and I'm pretty sure your screen is gonna crack without one.

I have been super careful with the phone since I bought it about two weeks ago yet seem to have two deep scratches. Never have had problems with glass scratching on previous phones.

whymail said:
saw badly scarred glass screens of a couple of friends s8+'s... shat bricks on seeing that...
have put a tempered glass screen protector over mine...
not the best thing to do, i know... the curved edges make it practically impossible for the glass to remain stuck in pace... but anything better than shredding the screen anyway.
in the meantime, my search for a slim film as a screen protector continues.
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I use Skinomi wet apply screen protectors. You get multiple attempts, 2 protectors in 1 pack, and the policy is fantastic.

Tiago A said:
Your is the snapdragon version?
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yeah. I haven't used a screen protector on any phone in 5ish years (multiple android and iphones) and never had scratches like this phones gotten.
I even dropped my S7E and it slid across concrete, still looks perfect. S8+ is babied and kept in it's own pocket, etc. Looks like ass.
have a clump of dead pixels too that really pisses me off. May try and get samsung to warranty it, but really just waiting for the Note 8.

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nosympathy said:
yeah. I haven't used a screen protector on any phone in 5ish years (multiple android and iphones) and never had scratches like this phones gotten.
I even dropped my S7E and it slid across concrete, still looks perfect. S8+ is babied and kept in it's own pocket, etc. Looks like ass.
have a clump of dead pixels too that really pisses me off. May try and get samsung to warranty it, but really just waiting for the Note 8.
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My is the exynos variant, made in my country, Brazil. Maybe, the process utilized here, is better than that used in China or Taiwan. I'm saying this because I've been using my phone for two weeks, and no scratches or dead pixels here. I'm also using my device without a screen protector.

I baby the crap out of my phones and I have barely noticeable scratches on mine only if I look at it a certain way. I ordered a glass screen protector and it's surprise me how clear it is can't even tell I have it on and works perfect with the spigen kickstand case

Rootuser3.0 said:
I baby the crap out of my phones and I have barely noticeable scratches on mine only if I look at it a certain way. I ordered a glass screen protector and it's surprise me how clear it is can't even tell I have it on and works perfect with the spigen kickstand case
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Which one?

almost 2 months only a back case spigen rugged no screen protector and still perfect but a lot of dust in all holes empty spaces in the borders.

Since day 1 and none that I can see.

Do I need a screen protector?

I got my 5 about a week ago and so far I'm loving it. It replaced my old Samsung Galaxy S5.
I had my S5 for more than 3 years and never used a screen protector and ended up with no scratches on the screen.
The 5 came with a screen protector that I hate (attracts dust and is already coming away from the screen). But I've been too scared to take it off.
My question is: do I need a screen protector? My assumption was that the screen would be at least as scratch resistant as my old S5 but wanted to see what you guys think? I'm pretty careful with my phone and do have a case.
Thanks!
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I personally put a tempered glass screen protector on all my devices, no matter how much the company says the screen is extremely durable.
The way I think of it is, that it's just a small 10-15 dollar investment that will protect your screen just in case you experience a brutal drop! Better safe than sorry lol

street_samurai said:
I got my 5 about a week ago and so far I'm loving it. It replaced my old Samsung Galaxy S5.
I had my S5 for more than 3 years and never used a screen protector and ended up with no scratches on the screen.
The 5 came with a screen protector that I hate (attracts dust and is already coming away from the screen). But I've been too scared to take it off.
My question is: do I need a screen protector? My assumption was that the screen would be at least as scratch resistant as my old S5 but wanted to see what you guys think? I'm pretty careful with my phone and do have a case.
Thanks!
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The OnePlus 5 has a corning gorilla glass 5 display, whereas the Samsung Galaxy S5 has a corning gorilla glass 3 display, so, if you felt safe with your S5, then you should be good with no screen protector on the OnePlus 5, although I would recommend a screen protector just in case, because everyone drops their phone at least once. (Also, if you didn't know, corning gorilla 5 is made with a stronger material than corning gorilla glass 3, so, its better for taking hits. Of course don't go throwing your phone at a brick wall.)

street_samurai said:
I got my 5 about a week ago and so far I'm loving it. It replaced my old Samsung Galaxy S5.
I had my S5 for more than 3 years and never used a screen protector and ended up with no scratches on the screen.
The 5 came with a screen protector that I hate (attracts dust and is already coming away from the screen). But I've been too scared to take it off.
My question is: do I need a screen protector? My assumption was that the screen would be at least as scratch resistant as my old S5 but wanted to see what you guys think? I'm pretty careful with my phone and do have a case.
Thanks!
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I haven't used a screen protector on any of my phones in years and have never gotten scratches on a phone screen. Ever. I think they are a pain to put on perfectly and detract from the aesthetics and usability of the phone. If you drop your phone a lot or walk around with it bobbing around in your pocket or purse or gym bag maybe you need one. Some people do claim that Gorilla Glass 5 isn't as scratch resistant as the company claims and that it actually scratches easier than earlier versions of GG so maybe I will regret not getting a screen protector down the road but I doubt it.

street_samurai said:
I got my 5 about a week ago and so far I'm loving it. It replaced my old Samsung Galaxy S5.
I had my S5 for more than 3 years and never used a screen protector and ended up with no scratches on the screen.
The 5 came with a screen protector that I hate (attracts dust and is already coming away from the screen). But I've been too scared to take it off.
My question is: do I need a screen protector? My assumption was that the screen would be at least as scratch resistant as my old S5 but wanted to see what you guys think? I'm pretty careful with my phone and do have a case.
Thanks!
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I think u should apply a screen protector on it. Based on my experience. Gorilla Glass 4 and above scratch so easily. Used Galaxy S i-9000, Galaxy S3, Nexus 4, Oneplus One in the past and never got any scratches on the screen without screen protector. While Xiaomi Mi 5 and my current Oneplus 5 scratch so easily just being inside my empty pocket, kinda regretted not putting the screen protector in the first place
This is just my guess but, I think that's why LG put Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and gorilla Glass 5 on back and not both gorilla glass 5, since 3 is more scratch resistant than the 5.

It's all about hardness vs resistance. Glass is hard but not resistant, plastic is the opposite. Cornilla Glass is a mix inbetween tending to one side or the other depending on versions.
But in general, people prefer a screen with a few scratches that you can avoid with proper care to a shattered screen due to one small drop. So I'm not surprised later versions aren't as scratches resistant as older ones.

Thanks everyone for the responses! Really good information here. Good to know about Corning Glass 5 vs 3.
Will start researching a tgsp in the accessories forum.
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I got a couple light scratches on my galaxy s8 after a week without a screen protector. It only made contact with my fingers and the inside of my pocket with nothing else there. So basically it must have been scratched by dust in my pocket. I ended up putting a screen protector on it days before selling it right before my op5 arrived. The factory protector is staying on mine until the glass protector I ordered comes in.
It does seem like they scratch much easier than the earlier versions.

Hi I'm posting to point out that the OP5 that I received yesterday already has a screen protector.

All them have one, but it's just a plastic one.

NorthernLight_ said:
All them have one, but it's just a plastic one.
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OK I will put off getting another one until the plastic one is unusable

lollyjay said:
OK I will put off getting another one until the plastic one is unusable
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Good idea!

lollyjay said:
OK I will put off getting another one until the plastic one is unusable
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If mine is any indication it'll be a matter of days for you. Plus the dust! My god the dust! [emoji1]
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street_samurai said:
If mine is any indication it'll be a matter of days for you. Plus the dust! My god the dust! [emoji1]
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So far it's going well. But yes, it catches EVERYTHING :silly:

I just removed mine last night after getting tired of the dust. I swear. It must be statically charged or something!
Of course, now I don't want to put a protector on because the glass feels so smooth
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NorthernLight_ said:
All them have one, but it's just a plastic one.
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I'm leaving it on mine until the glass one I ordered comes in. It will still keep it from getting scratches. Just no drop protection.

Took the plastic screen protector off right away cause I couldn't stand all the dust and lint that it collected. Bought a few glass screen protectors but all have had some sort of issue so not using any of them. Have been using the phone with just the sandstone case for a few weeks now and haven't had any scratches so far!

[Question] What is a good brand of tempered glass that works and effective?

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+

tamanaco said:
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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n-j-f said:
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.

xterminater07 said:
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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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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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?

xterminater07 said:
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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n-j-f said:
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?

xterminater07 said:
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

Note 10+ Pre-installed Screen Protector

So I noticed companies are already selling Screen Protectors for the Note 10+. From what I've read the Note comes with a Samsung Pre-installed one. Since I never had an S10, how is the pre-installed protector vs any of these 3rd party ones? Any reason not to use that one? I'm assuming if it gets nasty Samsung sells replacements. Also looks like the phone uses Gorilla Glass 6 vs 5 on the Note 9, so I'm guessing it should be more resistant to scratches and cracks.

scratch resistance have gotten worse over the years because corning is focusing on drop protection, and you kind of have to choose one or the other. Still think GG3 is the pinnacle of scratch resistance.
the screen protector is the same as any other plastic film one. Probably not amazing for the spen though, so maybe invest in a LOCA based glass protector. Whitestone is the easiest to install... but its pretty dang pricey. Definitely cheaper chinese options.

howie411 said:
So I noticed companies are already selling Screen Protectors for the Note 10+. From what I've read the Note comes with a Samsung Pre-installed one. Since I never had an S10, how is the pre-installed protector vs any of these 3rd party ones? Any reason not to use that one? I'm assuming if it gets nasty Samsung sells replacements. Also looks like the phone uses Gorilla Glass 6 vs 5 on the Note 9, so I'm guessing it should be more resistant to scratches and cracks.
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Very last post in this thread there is a YouTube video that shows the quality.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-10+/help/preinstalled-screen-protector-t3956714

yeah the screen protector that comes installed is trash. It doesn't even cover the entire screen

I already ordered a pair of tempered glass, saved my note 8 from several scary drops.

I ripped that screen protector off right away. It was cheap and wasn't going to save you from anything lol.

pulled it off mine to replace with a whitestone.
despite being factory it still had a fair gap around the side and it is probably about the same quality as any cheap film protector, so as far as protection is involved it will probably do for a day or 2 till you get something better but ultimately it's trash.

nosympathy said:
I ripped that screen protector off right away. It was cheap and wasn't going to save you from anything lol.
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Same here, took it off like it was just on for shipping protect.

I don't mind the factory protector. It feels pretty slick like glass, is very oleophobic, and the SPen glides across it no problem.
That said, I've ordered Whitestone Dome and will install it as soon as it gets here. As I think it offers better protection.
If you don't want tempered glass and messy LOCA installs, or just don't want to spend the money on Whitestonez than I HIGHLY recommend the Ringke Easy Dual soft screen protector. I had it on my Note 8, Note 9, and I installed it on my wife's S10+. Perfectly clear, smooth as glass. It's so clear, it covered the front facing camera but doesn't affect the picture quality at all. Like it's not even there.

I've never found a 3rd party screen protector for a phone with a curved screen that worked well. Starting with the S7 Edge, Note 8, and Note 9. I've tried all manor of screen protectors from glass, to plastic, to that crazy nano liquid stuff. Now I've never tried a whitestone dome one before. But every previous protector I've ever tried has been junk and has fallen off, gotten dust behind it or made the s-pen horrible to use. Maybe some of the Note 10+ ones will be different but for now the one that came with it seems to be working fine.

Belimawr said:
pulled it off mine to replace with a whitestone.
despite being factory it still had a fair gap around the side and it is probably about the same quality as any cheap film protector, so as far as protection is involved it will probably do for a day or 2 till you get something better but ultimately it's trash.
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Does your finger print scanner still work?
I installed a generic Loca glass screen protector but although a perfect install and fit, fingerprint doesn't work anymore

Is a screen protector really necessary? Ive had my note 8 for almost 2 years and never had a screen protector on, several drops and its perfectly fine lol

it's already .. typing from the new note 10+ after abonding note 5? after 4 years
howie411 said:
So I noticed companies are already selling Screen Protectors for the Note 10+. From what I've read the Note comes with a Samsung Pre-installed one. Since I never had an S10, how is the pre-installed protector vs any of these 3rd party ones? Any reason not to use that one? I'm assuming if it gets nasty Samsung sells replacements. Also looks like the phone uses Gorilla Glass 6 vs 5 on the Note 9, so I'm guessing it should be more resistant to scratches and cracks.
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I stopped using any screen protector for many years now. All my phones have zero scratches. I don't baby my phones either. Another nice thing is that the touch sensitivity is at its best since there is no screen protector at all.

beethoven1854 said:
I stopped using any screen protector for many years now. All my phones have zero scratches. I don't baby my phones either. Another nice thing is that the touch sensitivity is at its best since there is no screen protector at all.
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Ageee, going on 2 years on my note 8 with no screen protector and its perfectly fine

edrift said:
Does your finger print scanner still work?
I installed a generic Loca glass screen protector but although a perfect install and fit, fingerprint doesn't work anymore
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yeah been use it all day and it still works fine, it's a bit fiddly to install as you have to basically get the glue in a target, but I got it mostly in left it to settle for 2 or 3 mins before the cure then cured it for about double what the instructions said (basically did the process twice to make sure), if anything over the course of the day using it the scanner has got better but that may just be me getting better at hitting the target.

bayniner said:
Is a screen protector really necessary? Ive had my note 8 for almost 2 years and never had a screen protector on, several drops and its perfectly fine lol
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beethoven1854 said:
I stopped using any screen protector for many years now. All my phones have zero scratches. I don't baby my phones either. Another nice thing is that the touch sensitivity is at its best since there is no screen protector at all.
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Not to be mean but I bet I could find scratches on both your guys phone screens without even trying

oneandroidnut said:
Not to be mean but I bet I could find scratches on both your guys phone screens without even trying
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Oh no doubt their is some tiny scratches but nothing really noticeable and besides I trade it in every year or every other year so its not really a big deal

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Not to be mean but I bet I could find scratches on both your guys phone screens without even trying
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Nope. I have zero stretches. No need to lie about this. I just use a thin case. I never put my screen against the table and never keep my phone in a pocket where there are keys in it.

It's def. Lower quality than the one that came on the s10. This already started lifting on its own. Might try the Ringke ones as I have the wet application orange peel affect, nor am I going to pay for the white Stone one because Verizons screen replacement is $29.