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HEy guys I've owned my G2 since Nov. of 2010 and it has the battle scars to show it. My battery door looks like CRAP. OEM battery still doesn't last me long and I have a small blemish on the top of the phone. Not to mention my hinge is loose as hell. So I devised a plan. I am going to "upgrade" my G2. Hinge and all. In total it has cost me $58.98 for the whole process.
- $2.45 for Screen protector (anti-glare / anti finger-print) 3 pack
- $29.99 OEM HTC Evo Shift 4G Battery (1500MAh)
- $16.00 OEM Battery Door Cover
- $2.84 Premium Hard Rubberized case (Black)
- $5.78 Springs for the Hinge
- $1.92 Car Charger. (Yeah I know)
But all of this from Amazon excluding the springs. I will post a link for those later when I locate it. But for $58.98 for a "overhaul" that doesn't seem too bad? I decided to buy this whole thing at one time so I know it may take a few weeks for the parts the come but hey! Doesn't hurt to make my phone look brand new?
Just wanted to share this info for those who may have been interested in doing specific things to their phone and money is a issue.
Ive heard that the touch screen for the G2 is Gorilla Glass, so since there is no scratches on it yet, there shouldnt be anytime soon (as long as you take care of it). I done the whole screen protector thing, and after awhile, it takes away from the beauty of the phone. i know - it's my opinion.
I have done the hinge spring replacement, which works EXCELLENT! The best damn thing i did for my G2! it will take you a full afternoon to do-it yourself, but it's SOOOO worth it.
I also replaced my stock battery with a Mugen Power 1800mAh Extended Battery. This is such a worthy investment. It gave me another 5 hours to my phone. I'm a HEAVY user (GPS, Navigation, games, internet, texting, email). I purchased the battery from the source company instead of depending on a third party company.
My screen is good but it seems to be impossible to keep people away from my phone. I am getting mine form HTC. So it is worth it to do the Hinge + Spring mod?
creepinm3 said:
My screen is good but it seems to be impossible to keep people away from my phone. I am getting mine form HTC. So it is worth it to do the Hinge + Spring mod?
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Yep! Well worth it! Just follow the tutorial HERE. It might be scary, but after completion. I can now pickup my phone by the screen alone, and it will not open. I can also pick the phone up from the back, and even shake it, and it still wont open. It must have been a design flaw or something, but my phone when new had a very week spring.
If its impossible to keep people away from you phone, just keep a few extra polishing cloths around to get rid of all the fingerprints. I personally just dont like screen protectors in general.. i think they take away from the aesthetics of the phone. I had a Vibrant before I upgraded to a G2, and from the first day, I put on a screen protector to prevent scratches. Well, after awhile the screen protector on the phone started to look like CRAP. I mean WHY?.. i asked myself WHY? I figured there were a team of highly paid engineers which selected the type of screen for our phones that wont scratch under normal to heavy use.. Of course there is always the exceptions, like if you work in a job with a lot of sand around. Sand is the enemy to our little touch screens, even Gorilla Glass can't hold up to sand. Anyway, please excuse my rant - it is my opinion.
Its greatly appreciated. I shall keep that in mind. I eventually take them off after about a month.
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lawalty said:
If its impossible to keep people away from you phone, just keep a few extra polishing cloths around to get rid of all the fingerprints. I personally just dont like screen protectors in general.. i think they take away from the aesthetics of the phone. I had a Vibrant before I upgraded to a G2, and from the first day, I put on a screen protector to prevent scratches. Well, after awhile the screen protector on the phone started to look like CRAP. I mean WHY?.. i asked myself WHY? I figured there were a team of highly paid engineers which selected the type of screen for our phones that wont scratch under normal to heavy use.. Of course there is always the exceptions, like if you work in a job with a lot of sand around. Sand is the enemy to our little touch screens, even Gorilla Glass can't hold up to sand. Anyway, please excuse my rant - it is my opinion.
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Sounds like your experience was with a cheap screen protector. I use Bodyguardz, and you can't tell its there, by look or feel. Its been in place for 6 months now, and no visible scratches, and very fingerprint resistant. But cheap protectors (3 pack for $2.45 the OP mention probably apply) do scratch easily and attract fingerprints and smudges like crazy. The included protector with my old AT&T (Tilt Pro 2) lasted about a month and looked like crap, like you said.
Of course, its completely a matter of personal preference. But some people on here have had scratches from what they claim is normal use. For me, I'd rather put on a protector (a good quality one, that doesn't affect the look or feel of the phone), rather then get a scratch and wish you had used a protector.
There is a screen protector that's worth $21 at BestBuy called the Zagg Shield. Is that even worth the price? Looks flimsy
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Sounds like your experience was with a cheap screen protector. I use Bodyguardz, and you can't tell its there, by look or feel. Its been in place for 6 months now, and no visible scratches, and very fingerprint resistant. But cheap protectors (3 pack for $2.45 the OP mention probably apply) do scratch easily and attract fingerprints and smudges like crazy. The included protector with my old AT&T (Tilt Pro 2) lasted about a month and looked like crap, like you said.
Of course, its completely a matter of personal preference. But some people on here have had scratches from what they claim is normal use. For me, I'd rather put on a protector (a good quality one, that doesn't affect the look or feel of the phone), rather then get a scratch and wish you had used a protector.
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I believe its Bodyguardz. Its stored under my amazing cart. I will have to check when I get home.
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I believe its Bodyguardz. Its stored under my amazing cart. I will have to check when I get home.
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I doubt it. Bodyguardz (dry apply, screen only type - not full body) goes 2 for $15 plus shipping. So unless you found some smoking deal, it seems unlikely they are going 3 for $2.45.
http://www.bodyguardz.com/t-mobile-g2-dry-apply-cases-screen-protectors-covers-shields-skins-films.html
If it is in fact Bodyguardz, let me know where you found that deal!
This whole post comes from Amazon. Its the only place I feel you can get a good deal on accessories to be honest or OEM
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There is a screen protector that's worth $21 at BestBuy called the Zagg Shield. Is that even worth the price? Looks flimsy
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If you look around the Accessories subforum, you will find good things said about Zagg. While I haven't tried Zagg myself, I think they use a very similar material to Bodyguardz, if I'm not mistaken. The material of Bodyguardz is thin and very pliable/flexible, but still offers great protection.
But $21 is a bit pricey to me for just the screen protector, and only one of them.
I've got a zagg on my vibrant, put one on my wife's g2, one on the way for my son's LG Optimus. Best screen protector ever. Lifetime warranty, install on The Wife's G2 took 3 minutes (Thank God I got it right the first time!), neither of us notice they're there. IMO, worth $20.
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I've got a zagg on my vibrant, put one on my wife's g2, one on the way for my son's LG Optimus. Best screen protector ever. Lifetime warranty, install on The Wife's G2 took 3 minutes (Thank God I got it right the first time!), neither of us notice they're there. IMO, worth $20.
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Hmm, I shall see about one of these.
-Kiyo
I have no idea why a screen protecter is needed for a G2? Especially if one uses any kind of protector casing. I have never used a screen protector and my phone has fallen off a moving car, dropped on floor a few times, used on the beach numerous times,and in out of my pockets. Not one scratch to my screen. Screen protector is a waste of money.
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I have no idea why a screen protecter is needed for a G2? Especially if one uses any kind of protector casing. I have never used a screen protector and my phone has fallen off a moving car, dropped on floor a few times, used on the beach numerous times,and in out of my pockets. Not one scratch to my screen. Screen protector is a waste of money.
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Here here! Totally agree!
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I agree with redpoint on this one. Although you may feel your screen is indestructible at this point, it really isn't. Just one scratch from a random thing and you'll be wishing you had a screen protector. Better safe than sorry, I'll pay that 15 bucks so I never get a scratch that will annoy me the rest of the phone's life.
I have a high quality screen protector on my Tilt2 (can't remember if it's Zagg or Bodyguardz). Some say that these nicer ones have a rubbery tacky feel about them and take away from the slickness of the screen. I must agree with that, the one I have is a bit rubbery. Most people on these forums hold the Clarivue protectors highly though. They say they have no rubbery feel and take nothing from the screen. They have many different variations of the protectors too.
http://www.clarivue.com/htc-g2tmobile-screen-protector.html
Knife vs G2 glass screen...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kwd3v4cgVc&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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It is just hard to scratch the G2 glass but definitely not impossible. My first G2 somehow managed to have two fine scratches on the screen, so I knew I wanted a screen protector for my second G2. I used a Crystal Clear one before and liked it until I felt a matte finished anti-glare one. I started trashing the crystal clear one that I had on, saying that it would attract too much fingerprint and face oil. I love the anti-glare screen protector and I love the way it feels. It does take away from the screen a little but not that much.
IMO, a full rehaul of your phone could also consist of a new housing. I just took a look on eBay and the price is insane! So maybe just throwing on a case so you can forget about any aesthetic flaws that you phone may have.
But I definitely think you should do the spring/hinge fix. I think that in itself will have you satisfied with your phone! Good luck!
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Knife vs G2 glass screen...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kwd3v4cgVc&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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While fun for shock value, and possibly a decent simulation of having the phone in your pocket with your keys, there are a great many things that are harder than steel on Moh's scale, that your phone might come into contact with. Plus, there are many common types of glass treatments and coatings that resist scratches from a knife, so again, the demonstration is really not all that meaningful.
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Although you may feel your screen is indestructible at this point, it really isn't. Just one scratch from a random thing and you'll be wishing you had a screen protector.
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Exactly. Many of these same things were being said back when I was on my old HTC Kaiser. People said it did just fine without a screen protector. I took my protector off, and it did seem to do fine for a few months. But over time, I noticed fine scratches developing, and one day got a huge gouge. I really wished I had stuck with a protector. That wasn't Gorilla Glass, but it seems that some people are having similar experiences on the G2 regardless.
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I have a high quality screen protector on my Tilt2 (can't remember if it's Zagg or Bodyguardz). Some say that these nicer ones have a rubbery tacky feel about them and take away from the slickness of the screen. I must agree with that, the one I have is a bit rubbery.
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My Bodyguardz protector did seem to have a slightly tacky feel at first. Really only noticeable when trying to swipe across the screen quickly (mostly while playing games). But this actually seemed to go away after a couple weeks for some reason, and it feels nice and smooth to me now.
To me, the look and feel of a good protector is not perceptible (versus no protector), and its worth using one. But I can certainly understand if somebody that is more perceptive or picky than me, may prefer to go without.
Hi Friends,
I'm waiting to receive my nexus 4 but I'm Looking Cover/Bump/Case for protect my future nexus because it is Extremely fragile.
Can you help? Thanks to all and sorry for my bad english
andrealandia said:
Hi Friends,
I'm waiting to receive my nexus 4 but I'm Looking Cover/Bump/Case for protect my future nexus because it is Extremely fragile.
Can you help? Thanks to all and sorry for my bad english
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Wait for this one.
https://www.rearthusa.com/google-nexus-4-hybrid-fusion-case
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Great, thank you friend.
With this protection diminish the risk of rupture?
Ps: Why a corner is not protected in this cover?
andrealandia said:
Great, thank you friend.
With this protection diminish the risk of rupture?
Ps: Why a corner is not protected in this cover?
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Yes it should protect your phone. That image of a missing corner is just CGI showing how the case looks if cut (so that you can see the material and thickness). This will fully cover your phone and keep the nice back of your Nexus visible.
The best protection is to be careful. Was a case guy until last week when I got a dbrand skin and took the case off. Was reminded how gorgeous this phone is, now I can't case it up any longer. SGP on the front, dbrand on the back, I'll take my chances!
(case was a Rearth slim, which barely added any bulk and was otherwise perfect)
I am waiting for my norêve leather case, witch may be expensive, but it is handcrafted real leather, with a design that pay attention to every single detail (take a look to the many reviews at YouTube, for other models (I couldn't find a video review for the nexus 4 version yet)). It should keep the phone safe, and protect the screen while in your pocket.
Anyway, I think a case is needed, but don't think the phone is that fragile as some people try to convince us. Right, there are two glasses instead of one, but that's all... They are gorilla glass so they are pretty much hard.
Get this and a screen protector front and back. This the mercury slim tpu case. With this case you will feel safe trust me. Granted a hard drop can always crack the screen and the your fu....
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Thanks to all!
In this moment i think that the cover posted by mackster248 is the best, but if you have other of good quality please post them
The Google Nexus 4 Ringke Fusion case seems awesome! i'm getting that to add it to my collection of N4 cases!
So I'm interested in this screen protector, as it offers edge to edge protection along with some other features I like:
amazon.com/Skinomi-TechSkin-Protector-Lifetime-Warranty/dp/B009W6C3YO/ref=cm_cmu_pg__header - sorry cant link yet due to post requirements.
However, as I'm in the UK its not available to me. I've searched everywhere for it, they just dont sell it here at-all.
In desperation I turned to a friend who lives in the US, and asked him if he could order it to him first, then ship it to me.
So, my question to you Skinomi owners:
What are the dimensions of the box the screen protector comes in? I know the shipping weight (3.8 oz), but the dimensions are no-where to be found on the web. I've looked on the USPS website for shipping rates to the UK, and if it can fit in a "large" envelope and weighs 3.8 oz, then I'm only paying $4 for shipping, which is good. But if it cant, I'm looking at $70+ just for shipping :S
Description of the large envelope:
Other than rolls: Max. length 24", max length, height and depth (thickness) combined 36"
Rolls: Max. length 36". Max length and twice the diameter combined 42"
Help please?
Edit, for mods;
The question when posting this thread was "Is this a question?"
Though this is a question, its not directly linked to a Q&A of a nexus 4, thus not wanting to be posting a accessories question in the nexus Q&A, I posted here. Sorry if I'm wrong, feel free to move the thread as you wish mods. :good:
I've still got my box, even though I don't use the Skinomi anymore (ended up with a Spigen). Here you go.
4 3/8" x 7 1/8" x 1"
Approximately.
Why you don't order this from eBay or directly from Skinomi website??
RyDeRgr said:
Why you don't order this from eBay or directly from Skinomi website??
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I just got it from eBay, thanks for the idea - its still shipping from the US but I only paid $9 for postage with an estimate of 12 days :good:
I bought a tech skin for my phone and tablet from amazon.com. you can have an account with a UK address. It was cheaper from skinomi on Amazon than through there own site. Also only took around 4 days to arrive. I think in total it was $20 or so delivered to the UK.
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I have one on the way. I'm excited to get it and be able to protect my screen. I hope it is as good as they say.
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I have one on the way. I'm excited to get it and be able to protect my screen. I hope it is as good as they say.
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I got mine 5 days ago from CA (I'm in the UK), the protector does feel good (not too rubbery), though it doesn't have a high quality finish as MediaDevil has, plus it does peal with my BALLISTIC case, I did get around this with six 1mm sellotape rectangles, their barley visible, and they keep the protector from pealing on the edges. Overall an alright product, I definitely overpaid, but with lifetime warranty, I might make a clam soon.
I used Skinomi on my HTC Sensation before I discovered Best Skins Ever, BSE are much better - they're much less resistive to touch (feel almost like glass) and they do a case optimised version which leaves a small gap around the edges so cases/bumpers won't lift the protector, or a full version which fits to the edges.
I do like the packaging of Skinomi and the premium cloth and squeegee it comes with though.
Mines come tomorrow and I'll leave a comment on its quality, etc.
I hope my seidio case comes too.
Pros: Self-healing that actually works..
Cons: Everything else.
Think I might just go with "Just like glass"
Mine came in today but I'm waiting to install it till tomorrow night. Gotta work tomorrow
So I installed it and it's okay. I'm keeping it because I paid fifteen bucks for it and I don't want to run rawdog without one. I have never liked screen protectors. My gnex had one on it when I bought it and I couldn't stand it. I ended up removing it. It was a zagg I think.
I think I'll buy one of the tempered ones soon.
Just not all that impressed.
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So I installed it and it's okay. I'm keeping it because I paid fifteen bucks for it and I don't want to run rawdog without one. I have never liked screen protectors. My gnex had one on it when I bought it and I couldn't stand it. I ended up removing it. It was a zagg I think.
I think I'll buy one of the tempered ones soon.
Just not all that impressed.
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You should check out "Just like glass" I'm considering ordering from them. They look amazing.
Well after my Skinomi needs replacing that is... Seems like never, it just keeps healing itself. Heh
They sent me an extra for doing a review on Amazon. Pretty good of them.
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They sent me an extra for doing a review on Amazon. Pretty good of them.
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wow thats actually good on them!!
will be getting mine tomorrow! Only problem i am going to face is while applying the screenguard..my hand are quite unsteady and fear i might screw it up.
i want to ask you guys how easily did u guys do?and any tips while applying?
thanks
intacto123 said:
wow thats actually good on them!!
will be getting mine tomorrow! Only problem i am going to face is while applying the screenguard..my hand are quite unsteady and fear i might screw it up.
i want to ask you guys how easily did u guys do?and any tips while applying?
thanks
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Keep your fingers wet. Do it in a hot steamy bathroom to minimize dust.
Follow the included instructions.
I've got one of these. Imo, they are easier to apply than other dry application screen protectors I've purchased in the past. And come with a neat microfiber cloth. I also enjoy the textured protector for the back of the device. It came with pieces to cover the sides, top, and bottom too but those weren't so simple to make use of unfortunately.
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Keep your fingers wet. Do it in a hot steamy bathroom to minimize dust.
Follow the included instructions.
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Wow thanks, that's a great idea. I'll be utilizing that when I replace the one I've got on there now.
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Does anyone here who is based in the UK have a screen protector by Skinomi that they would be willing to sell me please?
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Does anyone here who is based in the UK have a screen protector by Skinomi that they would be willing to sell me please?
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Just get a BSE, they're cheaper, better and deliver to the UK. Trust me, I've tried pretty much every wet apply screen protector there is over the past couple of years
This screen protector is a total pos! It is constantly peeling off. & stretching
Back side does not stay sticky
Also every where my case is touching it. It had faded to a matte finish.
I would try to get some pics later today.
I think I will stick with Zagg.
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These have been recalled by Zagg according to a Facebook exchange I had w/ Zagg and a rep Zagg Chick. They are on display everywhere including Best Buy and still available to order. The curve on the Note 4 glass causes the edges to remain lifted from the glass creating a weird halo tyoe of effect all the way around the edge. Some exchanges back & forth from custoners had Zagg requesting information (like a credit card, say what?) for an exchange when the engineering is corrected.
Don't want to load xda w/ bunch of useless photos but you can go to Zagg on Facebook and read more angry posts.
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Don't want to load xda w/ bunch of useless photos but you can go to Zagg on Facebook and read more angry posts.
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So if we bought it (like I did), we can just exchange them for the non-halo ones later when they're released?
I got one too. Interesting. I do not do facebook, so hopefully this thread stays updated with the latest information.
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Got one on the day of phone release at Best Buy and had the guy install it - realized it was messed up, tried to put on a new one from a new package (for free) and it had that same halo effect because of the curved glass, so he just returned the glass one for me and I just got one of the normal Zagg kind and installed that for me and I was all set lol.
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If you guys had gone with iSmooth you would have perfection with the absolute best customer service I have ever seen in a company
btw, not an employee nor affiliated in anyway...just absolutely love their products after trying 20 or so different screen protectors and hope I can help others save money/time/frustration that I went through
Bought mine at sprint the day it released as well. The halo dowant really bug me. When im using the phone i dont really notice and i have the samsung case so its closed when im not using the phone. But i do still have the zagg boxes and i registered the zagg glass already. When thru release the updated version ill awitch it out.
I bought this PThink - was like $9 - anyone ever used it?
Haven't had a chance to put it on yet
I did look at the glass and it does not appear to be curved. Although I can't tell for sure until I put it on.
Yeah, I was all set to take it back today along with a usb wifi adapter I decided not to use. Halo thing bugs me some, not to mention it looks like I'm eating KFC and texting on my phone from all the smudges on the screen. Even at $40, I decided to keep it to protect my phone.
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So if we bought it (like I did), we can just exchange them for the non-halo ones later when they're released?
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I'm being told they will be making an option on their website for an exchange when they fix the issue. As of today, Best Buy still has them forsale.
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These have been recalled by Zagg according to a Facebook exchange I had w/ Zagg and a rep Zagg Chick. They are on display everywhere including Best Buy and still available to order. The curve on the Note 4 glass causes the edges to remain lifted from the glass creating a weird halo tyoe of effect all the way around the edge. Some exchanges back & forth from custoners had Zagg requesting information (like a credit card, say what?) for an exchange when the engineering is corrected.
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Thanks for taking the time to share this. I got mine today, and the sprint dude said if you apply heat to it, then will go down. I'll borrow the neighbors hair dryer to see if this works.....I'm kinda doubting it...but if it does, I'll share. Otherwise, I'll be waiting too....but from someone who had 4 Notes 3's....due to breaking the screen....when he sold it to me, it was like I could hear angel music and bright lights were shining. LoL. If it really works, I'll be happy.
Please share your results. In my experience, tempered glass doesn't bend like that but my experience doesn't consist on phone screen covers.... ☺
My thing is you shouldn't have to apply heat to a $50 screen cover. The other material you can apply heat (sudden temperature rise) and have flexibility, this I've done before.
Same thing here. Zagg edges not down at edges. Sprint basically told me nothing they can do. Unbelievable. I guess ill register my zagg and hope for a replacement when one is available. 40 bucks you would think it would fit properly. Oh well. Ive contacted everyone i can.
Sprint said I was the first person to complain about it. I call b.s.
AS FOR ME.....GIVE ME LIBERTY OR GIVE ME DEATH
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Please share your results. In my experience, tempered glass doesn't bend like that but my experience doesn't consist on phone screen covers.... ☺
My thing is you shouldn't have to apply heat to a $50 screen cover. The other material you can apply heat (sudden temperature rise) and have flexibility, this I've done before.
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Uhm..yeah...no go with the heat. The Sprint salesman told me it did work. I find his sales tactics to be subpar.
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Well I've gone though two Zagg glass shields on my Note 4, plus I've also gone through an HDX. Both of the glass shields didn't go down at the bottom. The problem with them not laying down on the edges was worse on the iPhone 6 and 6 plus. The HDX went down just fine but I really wanted a glass shield.
As for Zagg having recalled them... I'm not to sure if they have otherwise we wouldn't carry them at Best Buy. I have, however, noticed that you can purchase the shields on Zagg's website but they are backordered.
Zagg released a second batch of the iPhone shields that worked perfectly fine so I'm sure that they will for the Note 4 as well.
Ps... These devices are the only ones with these issues. I've probably put down hundreds of shields and never had issues.
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I buy the zerolemon glass screen protector ? made by the same people who make the zerolemon battery. Works flawless. And is 30$ cheaper. I have the same kind on my note 3.
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[Lifetime Warranty] ZeroLemon® Ultra Glass Armor - 9H Premium Tempe... http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OKNAH56/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_hlLxub1ASX8V6
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I buy the zerolemon glass screen protector ? made by the same people who make the zerolemon battery. Works flawless. And is 30$ cheaper. I have the same kind on my note 3.
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[Lifetime Warranty] ZeroLemon® Ultra Glass Armor - 9H Premium Tempe... http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OKNAH56/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_hlLxub1ASX8V6
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Thanks for the tip!
I'll take this guys word.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/review/B00OKNAH56/R2GBBZRPF8A1ZJ/ref=mw_dp_cr?cursor=2&sort=rd
New shipment of Zagg Note 4 Glass screen protectors. Same issue... really disappointed in Zagg. They make amazing shields...
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Thanks for the tip!
I'll take this guys word.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/review/B00OKNAH56/R2GBBZRPF8A1ZJ/ref=mw_dp_cr?cursor=2&sort=rd
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Fits perfectly for me.
Took mine back to sprint... THey tried to give me the 14 day policy.... I told them they need to override that summa of bi*tch and give me my money back. I know this won't work for everyone but be very addimit about your money and I hope it works for everyone.
So I've recently ordered a S7 Edge and am wondering about buying a protective case and screen protector.
I dislike doing so: the phone is beautiful in and of itself and this costs money.
In addition, a case adds thickness and weight and screen protectors are often vulnerable to fingerprints, smudges and trapped air.
I've seen this video: http://gizmodo.com/how-durable-is-the-galaxy-s7-edge-1762853239
and it appears that the S7 Edge is fairly resilient.
So how necessary are these protective accessories? I carry the phone in the front pocket of my pants, sometimes with keys.
If I should really get them, any you can recommend? I would prefer them to be so light, transparant and unnoticeable as possible. Though if they add handy features, might reconsider.
The way I rationalize it is that a case is cheaper than insurance and with a phone this expensive, I need at least one of those options. I got the casemate naked tough case and it seems like it doesn't add any noticeable bulk.
Kalenden said:
I carry the phone in the front pocket of my pants, sometimes with keys.
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It is an $800 phone, I would not recommend carrying it with anything else in your pocket.
The keys will scratch it eventually, they also add a pressure point to press into the glass and break it.
The keys will scratch the aluminum edges of the phone even if they do not scratch the glass.
If you get a protector or not is up to you, however don't create chances to ruin the new phone if you can help it.
I will be using a screen protector 100% of the time, I will be using a case when I am at work at least.
If nothing else they will help to keep the resale value of the phone high.
I always keep my phones about 6 months and resell them while they are still worth a decent amount.
It really depends on the person. If you intend on selling the phone in 6 months, protect it like a baby. If you intended on keeping it forever then go all out. Have fun.
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I got my note 3 since April 2014, bought a tempered glass protector once and removed it after a week because I couldn't get used to the lower quality feeling, the glass provided by Samsung is so smooth and pleasant to the touch, I miss it very much when using my iPad Air 2. I can make photos for those interested, I don't have a single scratch on my screen, not even a tiny one, in almost 2 years. I did use a case tho, one that saved my phone more then once and I highly recommend using a case because you will eventually drop the phone. You say you take good care of it but it's inevitable, it's an object that you use every day very frequently, trust me you WILL DROP IT.
I personally used a UAG case which is not slim by any means, but not only they offer absolutely great protection, I think they look badass too. Their transparent cases look sick, you can search on YouTube for transparent UAG case for s6, it will look the same and it looks awesome.
As for the screen protector, it's up to you. I personally won't use one, and if you have a pocket that will only hold the phone and nothing else, you probably don't too. My note 3 has gorilla glass 3, I imagine the gorilla glass 4 on this phone should hold even better.
If you do get a case, just don't get the spigen ones. They might look flashy and nice, but trust me, I bought one for my note, my dad's note, and one for my girlfriend's s5, all different models, and they are absolute junk that get deteriorated very fast or broken.
Edit: here's a link for the UAG case on s6, in the beginning of the video you can see the edge version, it will look the same for the s7.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YI50r5uUbLc
Is it necessary for you to wear a condom? No. Should you? Yes. Will it ever feel as good with one on? No.
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I will just have a slim clear case, so i can still see the beauty that is S7 Edge. A screen protector is not something i'll be using. In my poket its just my phone, so scratches wont be a problem. And i cant stand the plastic feel a protector brings...
I like going naked but not with the S7 Edge. Yikes! I always get a think clear case usually from Samsung just because that's what I like. It doesn't protect the phone that much though.
Well, since the back of this phone is glass, I'd say a case is pretty necessary. I got one for my GS7 Edge that's clear so I can still see the design of the phone (which is very important to me). Usually I don't like using phone cases, but again, with the back being glass and the phone being $800, I didn't want to risk it.
As for screen protectors, I refuse to use them. I hate how they make the screen feel and look (air bubbles, for example). I've never cracked a phone's screen ever, even though I drop phones a lot because I have butterfingers. I've dropped my HTC One M8 face-down on tile multiple times and it only has a little scratch on the screen that's only noticeable if you look for it.I don't think screen protectors are necessary.
Milimbar said:
It is an $800 phone, I would not recommend carrying it with anything else in your pocket.
The keys will scratch it eventually, they also add a pressure point to press into the glass and break it.
The keys will scratch the aluminum edges of the phone even if they do not scratch the glass.
If you get a protector or not is up to you, however don't create chances to ruin the new phone if you can help it.
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Agree completely. Nothing else goes into the pocket my phone is in, other than maybe a paper receipt on rare occasions.
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jtw_111 said:
Well, since the back of this phone is glass, I'd say a case is pretty necessary. I got one for my GS7 Edge that's clear so I can still see the design of the phone (which is very important to me). Usually I don't like using phone cases, but again, with the back being glass and the phone being $800, I didn't want to risk it.
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What case did you get, and are you happy with it?
Kalenden said:
So I've recently ordered a S7 Edge and am wondering about buying a protective case and screen protector.
I dislike doing so: the phone is beautiful in and of itself and this costs money.
In addition, a case adds thickness and weight and screen protectors are often vulnerable to fingerprints, smudges and trapped air.
I've seen this video: http://gizmodo.com/how-durable-is-the-galaxy-s7-edge-1762853239
and it appears that the S7 Edge is fairly resilient.
So how necessary are these protective accessories? I carry the phone in the front pocket of my pants, sometimes with keys.
If I should really get them, any you can recommend? I would prefer them to be so light, transparant and unnoticeable as possible. Though if they add handy features, might reconsider.
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As someone famously said: "There are two kinds of phones: phones that have been dropped and those that will be dropped."
meyerweb said:
Agree completely. Nothing else goes into the pocket my phone is in, other than maybe a paper receipt on rare occasions.
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What case did you get, and are you happy with it?
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I got the Spigen Neo Hybrid Crystal case. I received it a couple days ago, and it seems durable without being bulky. However, I still don't have my S7 Edge yet, it should get here by Friday...so I don't know exactly how I feel about the case yet, but past generations of it got very good reviews, so I'm optimistic.
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I got the Spigen Neo Hybrid Crystal case. I received it a couple days ago, and it seems durable without being bulky. However, I still don't have my S7 Edge yet, it should get here by Friday...so I don't know exactly how I feel about the case yet, but past generations of it got very good reviews, so I'm optimistic.
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Thanks. I've been looking at that one, too. When you get the phone, would you mind posting your thoughts on how well the case works with it? I'm particularly interested in how comfortable (or not) it is to handle in the case vs. without, and how well you can see the back of the phone.