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Having recently bought my son a Nintendo DS, I noted that in the accessory pack I got with it, it came with 2 screen protectors that are semi-rigid. They're quite a bit thicker than one that shipped with my phone, and don't flex and bend like thin paper. They also don't seem to affect sensitivity of the touch screen in any way, as well as being perfectly sized to the screens and were invisible once fitted.
Are there similar protectors for the TyTn 2? I'd love such a protector as it'd be FAR easier to fit, and provide much better protection to the screen.
Rigid Screen Protectors
I have come across these. The ones I tried were made by "Martin Fields" product number MFOP-HTCTyTN-T
A right bloody bastard to fit as they are very slighty oversized. Perhaps this is done purposly so the protector fits into the gap around the edges of the screen?
Very clear and reasonably priced compared to the OEM product. They do work extremely well (once fitted).
Rgs,
J
Thanks. I'll check em out.
invisibleSHIELD.. That's all I have to say.
oH, view the demo also.. its well worth it.
I just checked my little brother's DS box, hoping to find the screen protector but nothing there but manuals =(
Any reference on how firm and rigid the MField or InvS are?
Well, from the video, the invisibleShield isn't the slightest bit rigid, though if it lives up to its claims, that wouldn't matter. I ordered a Martin Fields one earlier so I'll see how good that is.
It's not just the rigidity for protection though. A rigid protector will be a LOT easier to fit...
Beleave me, MF is rigid. And yes, it is easy to install but remember to clean the surface of the screen. This part is very important. If you do it right, it will install in less than 30 seconds and you will struggle to see the difference between no protector and MF.
Oh I know that. I'll be cleaning it very carefully and making sure there's no dust about when I fit it! Don't want dust under the thing!
Just wish it'd hurry up and arrive!
boxwave
The boxwave protectors are much thicker than average ones, are washable, and work great. They are about as thick as the psp protectors, e.g. more like a hard plastic sheet, I'm not sure what the ds ones are like.
http://www.boxwave.com/products/cle...crystal-screen-protector-htc-tytn-ii_2905.htm
tke371 said:
invisibleSHIELD.. That's all I have to say.
oH, view the demo also.. its well worth it.
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FYI, a warning this could break your Tilt!!!!
This shield rocks. However it's a risk for the Tilt. You have to apply water to the back of the protector to get the bubbles out. I applied water, shook the excess water off before applying.... and stuck it on.
I used the included squeegee to get the excess water out of the shield along with the bubles. I wiped extra water away. Next day, my screen was dead (colors were washed out and glitches). Apparently during the squeegee process water slipped between the screen surface and the edge of the bezel around the screen, and in to the phone, and got under the LCD plastic into the LCD itself.
I do use this product on my $2700 SLR camera. There's no bezel on the LCD so the squeegee'd water comes right off, and won't get in the camera.
Beware. I had to get a new Tilt because of this, and it'll be a cold day in hell I use this product on any item with a bezel where water can seep in.
Semi- related: how are you guys cleaning your phone screens?
Oh, and +1 for Martin Fields.
My phone broke, but I had insurance on it (not from phone company but through homeowner's via a personal property rider), and mycellularrepair.com was able to replace the LCD for $200. Also, never buy that phone company insurance. Personal property rider is the way to go. It was just pennies a year for ~$500 of coverage for the phone. NO DEDUCTIBLE! So I paid nothing to have my phone fixed.
Get a NEW ONE - They're Cheap
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FYI, a warning this could break your Tilt!!!!
This shield rocks. However it's a risk for the Tilt. You have to apply water to the back of the protector to get the bubbles out. I applied water, shook the excess water off before applying.... and stuck it on.
I used the included squeegee to get the excess water out of the shield along with the bubles. I wiped extra water away. Next day, my screen was dead (colors were washed out and glitches). Apparently during the squeegee process water slipped between the screen surface and the edge of the bezel around the screen, and in to the phone, and got under the LCD plastic into the LCD itself.
I do use this product on my $2700 SLR camera. There's no bezel on the LCD so the squeegee'd water comes right off, and won't get in the camera.
Beware. I had to get a new Tilt because of this, and it'll be a cold day in hell I use this product on any item with a bezel where water can seep in.
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Interesting - Are you really that concerned about a product which is relatively cheap compared to the amount of time use you get out of it? Forget washing it off. Just put another one on - a CLEAN NEW one. If they last a long time (like in most cases a year or more), who cares that you have to spend around $20 to get a replacement. If they stopped making them altogether or they cost a ridiculous amount of money (for plastic, ridiculous. For peace of mind, priceless), then yeah, I would wash and rewash the screen to save money.
And the idea is NOT to squeegee the WATER bubbles out to the sides. They will evaporate on their own given some time. The idea IS to squeegee the AIR bubbles out to the sides and also to take extra great care when doing this procedure. You wash it off so that it restores some of the tackiness on the film. You can get most of the water off by blowing or using a can of compressed air, THEN put it on. You shouldn't have that much water under your film if you take care when doing it.
I am sorry about your tilt. That really sucks. If I were you, I would just put a BRAND NEW one on next time and forget about washing it off.
~Gwen
I need one of these too, recently the digitizer for the touch screen on my phone cracked. They are charging me 50$ for the screen and 40$ for labor. My question would be, would this rigid screen have prevented my digitizer from breaking? If it would then id buy it in a second.
I'm giving a +1 to the Martin Fields as well.
I just got a couple of them for my phone. They're definitely more rigid than some of the others, but I put it on a clean screen & can barely tell I have one on.
Stylus slides smoothly across it, no visible scratching at all (unlike the OEM one that marked easily), & it's also pretty smooth for finger usage too.
Had to wait a week for them to ship via expansys-usa, but worth the wait.
Hello all, I have a question about the gorilla glass on the DX. In your opinions, do we need a screen protector or not? I'd love to just have the glass front but also don't want to harm the phone. Also, exactly how many gorillas were sacrificed to make each glass screen? I want to rub it in PETA's face.
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Hello all, I have a question about the gorilla glass on the DX. In your opinions, do we need a screen protector or not? I'd love to just have the glass front but also don't want to harm the phone. Also, exactly how many gorillas were sacrificed to make each glass screen? I want to rub it in PETA's face.
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To use a screen protector...or not to use a screen protector.. that IS the question...
Um.. I think its more of a personal preference... Do you tend to be harsh on phones? Or do you take care of them.... That is probably some of the thinking you should put into the matter.
I have had my X for around 7 months, and I take it all over. I have not scratched my screen at all... Its really if you are overly worried about it getting scratched... If so, why not spend a few bucks to protect your precious investment!
I NEVER rocked screen protectors until I got my X... and that wasn't until I saw a scratch on a friends.....
My advice would be if you are going to get one, get a good one like steinhell or however you spell it.
If you get their top of the line it s also good at fighting against fingerprints.
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and elevendy6 gorillas were sacrificed
If you are going to keep the phone in a jeans pocket I would say get the protector.
The SGP crystal clear you can't even tell it is there.
How easy is it to get a piece of sand in your pocket and it is harder than the glass.
http://chemistry.about.com/od/geochemistry/a/mohsscale.htm
get anti-glare ones, they show less fingerprints
Never used a screen protector or case. Never even bothered to take care of my phone. No marks on it whatsoever and I got it on launch day. Get a screen protector if you want to crappy looking layer of scratched up plastic over your screen. Get a case if you want your phone to be all scratched up.
Cases and screen protectors both do more harm than good.
My Droid X has proven very sturdy. It's been dropped, kept in random pockets exclusively (with keys occasionally) and has no scratches on the glass. The only damage to the body is a couple of minor dents in either upper corner, which have to be pointed out, and scratches on the back "M" logo.
I typically use a two-piece plastic shell, because I like the way it looks and it offers a little protection when dropped. I tried the Zagg Invisi-shield, as well.
I can't recommend the Invisi-shield, though. It went on with a little work and it felt fine to the touch. It was also only slightly more smudge prone than the glass itself. However, I scratched the protector the day after installation with a paper napkin. A couple weeks later, and a few bucks for shipping, my replacement shield was delivered with a tiny scratch in the center of the front side.
I say run without protection.
I have had my X since it came out. I briefly had the crappy Verizon screen protector/antiglare film on. I keep my phone in my pocket with the glass against my leg and have had no problems. For Christmas I got the Seidio surface combo case. So it isn't in my pocket as much anymore.
Ive had my X since before froyo with no protection whatsoever. I carry it like jgraham with the glass against my leg. I've dropped this thing on blacktop and facedown on concrete. Not a scratch on the screen. I have some nasty battle scars on the little ridge that protrudes up past the screen though.
I can't stand the screen protectors. I don't like the look or feel of them. If you destroy the glass somehow, just pay the $50 deductable or whatever. Well worth it to me.
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I also recommend the Seidio Crystal Clear protector. It's much more invisible, and less friction, than the Zagg InvisibleShield. It's also much cheaper (you get a 2-pack for almost 1/2 the price of one InvisibleShield).
I've been using the Seidio for a few months now and it works great. I can't even tell it's on my phone, except it collects smudges a bit more than the naked glass. But a quick wipe on my shirt removes them. Cheap insurance in my book.
I would normally buy a case because it is safer and this phone is so damn expensive (it had been a long time since I had purchased a phone and I did not know prices were that high)... But the device is so mind-blowingly gorgeous that I'm considering a skin. I rarely drop my phone but, in the eventuality (it will happen) that I drop it, will a skin protect it? From what kind of falls? And if I end up buying one, which company should I turn to (obviously I heard of dbrand but I don't know about the alternatives)? Also if you think I should get a case, which one would you recommend that still lets me appreciate the aesthetics of the phone?
Thank your for your time.
A skin will protect it against scratches but that's about it, there's plenty of thin clear cases on ebay that will give you some protection.
I'm also wondering if I should buy a case or not.
Didn't Samsung advertise that the front screen and back screen are Gorilla Glass 5? This means they are scratch-proof yes?
The phone is absolutely gorgeous and using a case / cover makes the look a bit dull. I have been using the phone without cover for a few weeks now and thankfully, no scratches so far. I hope I can keep it the same way.
What is your idea guys?
definitely a case, im getting the tough armor myself . I already shattered the back panel :silly:
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I'm also wondering if I should buy a case or not.
Didn't Samsung advertise that the front screen and back screen are Gorilla Glass 5? This means they are scratch-proof yes?
The phone is absolutely gorgeous and using a case / cover makes the look a bit dull. I have been using the phone without cover for a few weeks now and thankfully, no scratches so far. I hope I can keep it the same way.
What is your idea guys?
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Yes Gorilla glass 5. Scratch proof? NO!!!
I like to think I was babying my phone. I had it in my pocket tried to avoid having keys in with pocket ect while I figure out case/skin situation. I am already noticing very fine scratches on the front and back. Not too bad at all, but if you look you can see them, and I do know they are there.
I am contemplating insurance for the phone because if the glass cracks that would totally blow. But I don't want a fat case because the phone is pushing the size limit for me. I will most likely go with ultra slim case and Whitestone glass protector.
Bottom line, get SOMETHING for it asap. You would think it would be tougher when it comes to simple scratches, but not so much. I've had mine since launch.
I will recommend you the case I have got. It's clear slim case from aicek https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0...=DMN9FAPAZX942JJGC4VS&dpPl=1&dpID=61itnhJDTBL
Like it a lot. Gives proper protection to the screen and edges but it's slim and s8 looks great in it.
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I bought a Spigen Case Thin Fit for a S7 Edge that I had for a day. When I bought the S8 I went looking for the same case and I totally love it!
Just get the Elago Origin Case for Galaxy S8 in amazon. It's as thin as paper or phone skins (0.35mm) and you can easily remove / put it back whenever you want. It's having the protection you need but not sacrificing the design and feel of the phone which is why you've bought it in the first place.
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I'm also wondering if I should buy a case or not.
Didn't Samsung advertise that the front screen and back screen are Gorilla Glass 5? This means they are scratch-proof yes?
The phone is absolutely gorgeous and using a case / cover makes the look a bit dull. I have been using the phone without cover for a few weeks now and thankfully, no scratches so far. I hope I can keep it the same way.
What is your idea guys?
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I got a slight scratch within two days of owning it. I never put it with my keys and always in my pocket. I know many others are saying they've already received scratches so no, the screen is far from scratch resistant.
It doesn't make sense to not use a case. Glass front and back, one drop could be all it takes. In fact, one drop on concrete or a hard surface will leave damage. With a slim TPU case 99% of the time there won't be any damage in the same instance.
As far as the display, I normally use tempered screen protectors, but those don't really work with the curved edges. Better off to get some kind of wrap-around wet application protector for the display. One can use an S8 tablet wet-fit protector and cut it to fit the length of the phone wrapping it around the back on both sides, or there is one being made that actually wraps over the curved edges adhering to the back of the phone that looks good too. Going naked on the display WILL end up with scratches of some kind at some point. Really depends on how you are using your phone. But even the most careful will still accumulate some damage, that's just how it works in the real world. These devices were not built to last decades.
Both ha I got a dbrands skin which i love purely because its pretty much the equivalent of goin naked but it doesnt attract finger prints etc! I did buy a case too but i lasted a week with it lol Iam forever buying cases and after a few days i take them off! It just ruins how the phone feels in hand and for me it almost makes using it less enjoyable! Currently using just a skin which i probably isnt recommended but personally iam pretty careful with my phones and have yet to ever break a screen (touch wood)
I got a case and a screen protector yesterday. I grabbed a cheap case by Lohasic while waiting on the Samsung promotion with the free case, sd card, and netflix subscription. Unfortunately the case does push the screen protector off the sides even though the screen protector was apparently"case friendly." It is hard to decide to put a case on it because it looks so good. No case I know of doesn't ruin the look of the phone.
I too put the phone in a case now. A very very thin case so that it won't be noticeable and still displays the best looks of the phone. Phew. Thanks guys.
I had a skin and a glass protector on my first S8+ and the front glass shattered under the protector on a 2 foot drop onto tile floor.
My second S8+ had a Spigen Neo Hybrid, and dropped on 1 drop onto gravel.
Baby those phones people.
Heyy everyone, After using my s9+ naked without any screen protector for about couple of months, I decided it was time to use one since I spotted 2 micro scratches on my screen
So as everyone is recommending the whitestone dome, as it fits best and is case friendly, I checked it online on few shopping sites but sadly non of them shipped to India without me having to bear the shipping cost that was as much as the cost of whitestone dome or sometimes even more
I started looking out for cheaper options and came across Gadgetshieldz's screen protector which was listed for a mere Rs. 500. Now this a wet application screen protector and from the unpleasant experience that I had in past with Zagg''s wet application screen guards, I was little skeptical to order one. But I had no other option so I went ahead and ordered one along with wet application kit.
Now as with all wet screen guards, after application the screen was full of bubbles and looked horrible. But Gadgetshield specifically says to allow it to cure for 24-48 hours naturally. And not to use the phone for around first 2-4 hours. So I did that followed everything and viola! The bubbles disappeared and the screen protector looks so awesome now. The surface is damn smooth, doesnt feel a bit like something is applied to screen. its too good,
Also the protector is available in 2 versions - Full screen and Case friendly. I am using it with Ringke Fusion and have no issues whatsoever.
Enough of the talking, please check the attached pics.
Link to buy : https://www.gadgetshieldz.com/galaxy-s9-plus-screen-protectors-covers-cases.html
If you're happy with it that's great, however it's not really even remotely comparable with a Whitestone Dome which is an UV cured curved tempered glass screen protector including an installation guide cradle and the UV light. The one you link to is a film protector which will only protect against scratches, it won't do anything if you drop it.
Toobs said:
If you're happy with it that's great, however it's not really even remotely comparable with a Whitestone Dome which is an UV cured curved tempered glass screen protector including an installation guide cradle and the UV light. The one you link to is a film protector which will only protect against scratches, it won't do anything if you drop it.
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Thats' what scratch guard does, protects from scratches, for drops the case is more than enough as a protection. Also looking at the price of whitestone dome, I highly doubt it can protect the screen from drops either, I have used tempered glass protectors on my phones previously and the tempered glass did nothing to stop shattering my iphone screen.
You were the one to compare it to the Whitestone Dome, not me. I just wanted to clarify for others that the two aren't comparable, especially since your post looks like an advertisement.
Also I've had tempered glass screen protectors on many phones and am yet to break a screen, however, I've broken many tempered glass screen protectors... Now there's no way to really know whether the screen would have broken if the protector wasn't there but to me it's cheap insurance really.
Toobs said:
You were the one to compare it to the Whitestone Dome, not me. I just wanted to clarify for others that the two aren't comparable, especially since your post looks like an advertisement.
Also I've had tempered glass screen protectors on many phones and am yet to break a screen, however, I've broken many tempered glass screen protectors... Now there's no way to really know whether the screen would have broken if the protector wasn't there but to me it's cheap insurance really.
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lol advertisement ? :silly:
You might be rich, but not everyone is to spend that amount on screen protector. Especially the people from India, where shipping costs more than the product itself. You are getting something nice at 1/6th price of tempered glass, so why not ?
You are free to ignore this post if it doesn't interest you But stop trolling on it.
What are the contents of the installation kit?
I am exactly in the same situation as you. Been using it naked because the normal tempered glasses sold trap dust inside and Whitestone isn't available.. so about to make the purchase of gadget shieldz.. also there is a normal glue based protector available too on Amazon.. so either that or gadgetshieldz
ch305 said:
What are the contents of the installation kit?
I am exactly in the same situation as you. Been using it naked because the normal tempered glasses sold trap dust inside and Whitestone isn't available.. so about to make the purchase of gadget shieldz.. also there is a normal glue based protector available too on Amazon.. so either that or gadgetshieldz
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Trust me dont get the ones available on Amazon, a friend of mine tried those and threw it away in bin. The touch was horrible on those protectors.
As for the installation kit it includes : Lint free cloth, Spray with some liquid solution that you need to use when applying screen protector, and a squeeze or whatever its called :silly: to squeeze out all the bubbles. The spray content is adequate and more than enough to apply one screen protector, it comes in tall plastic bottle .
Alright thanks man.. I'll go for the one with the installation kit then worth Rs. .600 as it seems the solution is something I can't avoid to save Rs.100
ch305 said:
Alright thanks man.. I'll go for the one with the installation kit then worth Rs. .600 as it seems the solution is something I can't avoid to save Rs.100
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Sure thing bro! Let me know if you need any help with installation. :highfive:
Toobs said:
You were the one to compare it to the Whitestone Dome, not me. I just wanted to clarify for others that the two aren't comparable, especially since your post looks like an advertisement.
Also I've had tempered glass screen protectors on many phones and am yet to break a screen, however, I've broken many tempered glass screen protectors... Now there's no way to really know whether the screen would have broken if the protector wasn't there but to me it's cheap insurance really.
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not sure why u would say arent comparable as both are categories as screen protector and pet/plastic was widely use b4 tempered glass.
i used gadgetshieldz and ultimateshieldz on my lenovo p1 and p2 that i use it as my work phone so yeah.. its for rough use.. which i have countless drop on floor, flat on screen, mostly from waist height.. and to my luck, each time survive without any scratches..
downside? obviously it aint gonna as smooth as glass, i only notice this after comparing side by side with s9+ dome glass.. im giving it 8 out of 10.
some user reported it will turn yellowish after a year or so, which i believe it will.. tho mine havent yet.. lol
oh yeah, u definitely gonna notice its a pet type during screen off if u pay close attention.. i kinda like it.. not as reflective as glass
and im gonna use pet type if and when dome glass cracked..
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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KruseLudsMobile said:
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.
CBMC said:
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.
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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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
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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
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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.