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any one with recommendation on screen protector
I'm currently using a Zagg max coverage protector that I had installed at Best Buy, and have no complaints so far. The only thing I've noticed with it is that my finger tends to get stuck when using Swype, but not often enough for it to bother me.
I don't have this phone but I don't think you need a screen protector. I haven't seen any videos on the screen durability test like they do for the iphone scratch test. But I think the screen should be sturdy enough. The screen won't be as smooth to scroll with a plastic layer. And if you accidentally get even a drop of water in the corners of the phone with the squeegee, you are screwed. Good luck.
Using an Invisible Shield on mine. This is the only phone I've ever used one on. I figured with a screen this huge I want to keep it looking nice.
You don't need you it is glass like the Iphone and hero. I have seen test's on both using key to try and scratch nothing happened. Anything that would damage the screen (scratch it) would go right through the screen protector and still damage it. As it would take a lot of force to scratch. Just a wast of money not to mention it hampers the touch screens ability to pick up your finger.
someone apparently water damaged their evo with putting on a protector. Careful. I would cover up the indicator on mine once I get it.
i have a zagg on mine and hate it. its sticky and has a "orange peel" like appearence. i ordered a hard plastic one on amazon and am waiting for it to come in the mail.
I also feel that a screen protector is unecessary...glass is very hard to scratch, and can only be scratched by something harder than it is.
Zaag one here and I think it's too sticky. It messes with my swiping. Catches my finger too much.
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I also feel that a screen protector is unecessary...glass is very hard to scratch, and can only be scratched by something harder than it is.
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I used the same logic with my hero and ended up getting a few scratches just from unforseen sh!t happening. this screen is too beautiful for me to risk.
also whoever water damaged their phone while putting on a screen protector is an idiot.
I put one on for peace of mind and it works just as it did without the protector.
However, if it's like the iPhone screen, then you shouldn't need one at all. I had the same iPhone since the release date and had zero scratches as of Friday... it's last day in service!
We pre-ordered out Evo's at RS so we used out accessory credits for Zaggs and car chargers and I put them on. They do have an orange peel like look when looking at them at a angle with the screen off and reflecting off some light. But with the screen on and looking at them there is no issue with the display. They were not hard to put on either.
I'm using the "anti-glare" protector that comes in the 3-pack you get at the Sprint store for $12 (the other two are "clear"). I love it - it doesn't interfere with my user experience at all. Why on earth would you risk scratching your screen? To save $4 and 5 mins time?
Boxwave Crystal Clear screen protectors. I have a 3-pack on order (I have 2 Evo's between me and my girlfriend). We're using them "naked" so far until they arrive.
I highly recomend the Boxwave protector though, I have used them for about 6+ years on various PDA/Smartphones. I even have one for my P&S Camera.
Here is my experience:
Zagg:
Good -
Works well as protection
Hides fringer prints decently
Bad -
Blurs your screen a very small amount
Makes the surface feel like rubber
Hard to put on without getting a little dust under it
Generic hard plastic sheet:
Good -
Works well as protection
Feels very smooth, smoother than glass
Easy to put on, and normally you get 2 or 3 in case you make a mistake
Perfectly clear
Bad -
Finger print magnet, oil really builds up
You can see where the protector ends around the edges
Added glare in sunlight(small amount)
Unprotected Glass:
Good -
Feels very smooth
Easy to clean off, just rub it off on your shirt
Perfectly clear
Bad -
Medium finger print problem, but easy to clean
I feel scared to place it face down, once I get a case that recesses the face I will feel better.
Over all I decided to go with unprotected. Its the middle of the road and I feel the best over all experience.
Zagg Invisible Shield is NO GOOD.. Its almost sticky. Don't get it! I warned ya.
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Zagg Invisible Shield is NO GOOD.. Its almost sticky. Don't get it! I warned ya.
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Agreed, the Zagg is sticky. But I deal with it so that I can protect it. I don't have a huge issue with viewing it or the orange peel look when it's off because you don't notice it when it's on. The fit is nice. On my hero, I had a really clear smooth one from ebay which was great, but was all scratched up. The zagg shouldn't even mark up which is why i'm dealing with it. Sticky, but not to the point that it pisses me off. I put it on myself relatively easily, just spray lots of that solution on it, no bubbles, no dust, 2 minute application.
Maybe the Zagg is sticky if you put it on backwards but I have ZERO complaints about mine.
I ordered a 3 pack of anti-glare/anti-fingerprint screen covers from handhelditems for 7.99 (for the 3pack). They have crazy deals on evo 4g accessories right now. I also got a car charger for like 3.99.
I bought it more for the anti-glare/anti-fingerprints than the actual screen protection.
Warning!
There is a whole thread started on water damage and most of this comes from any screen protector that requires you to spray on water... ei Zaggs
When you squeegiie the water off the screen it leaks in to the back of the phone and Sprint has been sneaky about placing water damage indicator right on the tip of the phone.. below battery.
Either cover the indicator with protector or stick to the regular screen covers..
Hiya guys,
I was just wondering if anyone else has either used xoskins or xtreme guard protectors and been left feeling disappointed? I originally had an SGP ultra on my nexus 4 but I was feeling a little annoyed that it didn't cover the full screen. Other than that they're perfect, nice screen hardness difficult to scratch and leave the screen looking amazing. I really thought the xoskins one would be perfect so I paid the price and ordered (shipped from US to UK).
Finally arrived, installed straight away. Let me just say I've fitted lots of screen protectors before to various phones and I'm pretty good at it. So much so friends and family ask me to do theirs for them. Still, the xoskins one felt a little fiddly. The solution they provide makes it very slippy, so using the squigy afterwards made it squirm around which was annoying. Also, even though both sides were wet the squigy still left slight burns after only 3-4 swipes. It took a full 48 hours for it to dry.
The cut on the protector was good, and it was nice and clear. It seemed to leave a slight orange peel effect across the screen though, and I had 4-5 thin rainbow type lines/scratches about 1cm long on the one side which were clearly on the underside of the protector (all perfectly straight and all facing down perfectly so I'm thinking manufacturing fault?). The feel of the protector was frankly awful. It flexes under finger and restricted swiping somewhat. Worst of all, any slight knock leaves imprints. I tested it by lightly rubbing my nail across it, it left a clear mark that was there for 2-3 days! It flexes way more than I'd like, I can't see it providing much protection from knocks tbh. Granted I wouldn't do this in normal usage but any other knocks left imprints too.
So I removed it, and thought I'd try the xtreme guard. My god, I've never used such a rubbish protector. The cut is dubious at best, the screen clearly looks worse when its on and it suffers from the same indentations and flexing as the xoskins ones.
Maybe I've been spoilt by the SGP ones (I still have the back protector SGP skin on there as its a perfect fit as its flat) or maybe all wet application protectors are like this to be more flexible for the curved glass?
Either way I've ordered another set of SGP protectors and I'll put up with the exposed edges. I'm sure there's people out there that are happy with their protectors, but I just wanted to share my experiences.
Wet applied screen protector can never compete with the dry one..even the $1 junk one.
I took off my Xtremeguard and using the junk that came with my nillkin case..which is still much clearer than the xtremeguard.
But I keep the back of xtreme since it make it less slippery.
Glad its not just me who found this then I can see how having a *stickier* back protector could be beneficial. The SGP one I have is still rather slippy. Hoping it will help strengthen the back though in case it has any accidents The SGP ones saved my iPhone 4 before. One was a drop from my ear onto a wooden floor!
It's nice to read that I am not the only one who dislike the Xtreme guard screen protectors.
I just cant believe how sticky it feels and how much it gets scratches and dents.
I've got a fillkin flip case comming my way as well so I think I'm also going to replace the front xtreme guard screen protecotr with the nillkin one.
One thing to keep in mind for all wet protectors is that when you need to push out the bubbles, never used a squeegee. It is very difficult to avoid burns on the surface with a squeegee. Instead wet your finger tips and push the bubbles out with your finger. Much easier and doesn't leave burn marks.
If you absolutely need to use a squeegee, the paper one provided by SGP (ironically) is pretty good for wet protectors. Use the corner as much as possible and don't push too hard.
I myself prefer dry protectors as well but there are indeed some good things about wet ones. They are very scratch resistant, provide more grip, and doesn't show finger prints as much.
The xo skin i have is trash the front has so many random Knicks and bubbles and stuff the back does too but I'm going to leave that on and just use these 3 for $5 screen protectors from amazon until the glass protector comes out with reviews
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I am using the XG and granted it has it's orange peel look to it, but I don't mind it. The look reminds me that I have a sp on and I can safely put the phone in my Seidio holster without looking. LOL.
Yes, the screen looks way better with a dry sp on, but I am happy with the cutouts and fitment. And plus doesn't affect the Diztronic Ultra hard case at all when taking off or putting on. Which is good IMO.
Am I 100% happy? No, I say maybe 96%. But for the price of 3 front and backs for 6 bux. I can't really complain too much.
Xtreme Guard are excellent. You just need to take your time applying it and pushing out the bubbles. Minimal orange peel and the protection is perfect around the curved edges.
After having mine on for nearly a week i'd still disagree. I have no bubbles or marks on the xg but it does have the black spots issue I've read about which suck! The cuts off on mine everything is aligned perfectly with screen edges but 1/4 of the camera lens is covered. Honestly its not how I fitted it. The feel is also pretty bad. I genuinely cannot wait until I get my new SGP ones.
Xoskins replied to my email about 4-5 days after I showed photos of the defects. They are sending me out a new protector at least. Will probably sell it on eBay to claw back some cash.
I'm not going to bother emailing xg as they're cheap and tbh I won't be going near their protectors again!
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The problem I had with XO Skins was that the protector for the back of my n4 had a little pin hole in it! Luckily they are replacing it free of charge, including shipping! Which is good cause I'm in the UK and did not want to pay to send it back to the US.
The protector for the screen however has been brilliant, I've had it for about two weeks on there and the sort of rubbery feeling goes away and it feels very similar to the glass on touch. If a little more squishy. It does not drag against my finger anymore.
As for bumps leaving marks, I've noticed that, but they always go away within about thirty seconds.
All the bubbles have disappeared on my screen and its very clear.
I definitely agree with the OP about the application process though, the solution makes it very slippery, which is good when trying to position the skin. But when using the squeegee to push out the air bubbles and liquid the skin moved everywhere. After that though, it dried family quickly, did leave it overnight anyway.
I'd say I'm pretty pleased with my XO Skins purchase.
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Confused_Cheese said:
After having mine on for nearly a week i'd still disagree. I have no bubbles or marks on the xg but it does have the black spots issue I've read about which suck! The cuts off on mine everything is aligned perfectly with screen edges but 1/4 of the camera lens is covered. Honestly its not how I fitted it. The feel is also pretty bad. I genuinely cannot wait until I get my new SGP ones.
Xoskins replied to my email about 4-5 days after I showed photos of the defects. They are sending me out a new protector at least. Will probably sell it on eBay to claw back some cash.
I'm not going to bother emailing xg as they're cheap and tbh I won't be going near their protectors again!
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That's no even possible.
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That's no even possible.
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Why not? I'm talking about the front facing camera not on the rear. My SGP ones arrived this morning so the xg one was ripped off almost straight away so unfortunately I can't take you a photo to show you.
The cut was definitely off, there was some extra material right in the dip of the cut out that goes around the lens as if it hadn't been cut cleanly. The dip wasn't rounded like it should of been. Maybe I just got a bad one in this respect, but it shows there is very little quality control. Especially as mine also suffered from the same black spots I've seen elsewhere.
The bottom of the protector was literally up against the chrome rim, I couldn't of positioned it any lower so it wasn't due to bad positioning. It was just poorly made.
I've just ordered a Nillkin case which will hopefully help protect the bits of glass the SGP ones miss. The feel and screen clarity is so much nicer!
Well, xoskins replacement arrived today. It had been put into an envelope that has a bright blue lining and the edges of the protector now have a lovely blue haze. Great! It didn't even have a piece of card in to stop bending etc. so lucky it survived at all.
Not even worth trying to sell it, If I purchased one off ebay myself and it had this haze I'd be gutted. Really disappointed with them.
I did notice they seem to of changed the design too. My previous xoskins one had a U shaped cut out for both the front camera and the proximity sensor. This new replacement has O shaped holes for both so that there is something actually protecting the top edge all the way along.
That sounds like your first one was a case fit and your new one is a full skin. When I got a replacement it came sealed in a baggy, crazy. I would hit them up again.
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That sounds like your first one was a case fit and your new one is a full skin. When I got a replacement it came sealed in a baggy, crazy. I would hit them up again.
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The first one I had definitely went right up to the chrome edges on every part other than the top by the proximity sensor and camera where there was a U shape.
I'll drop them another email and see what happens. They can only say no.
Well, what can I say? I'm using the xg for the front and for the back of my nexus 4 and I'm very pleased with it. I have them on for about 2 weeks now and everything is well..
The cut of the xg protector is one of the best out there. In my past galaxy nexus I used a clear screen protector and every 2 months I had to change it with a new one because of the dust that got under it... Causing to many bubbles.
That's not the case with the xg protector. This thing is not going anywhere.. And I also use it with the official LG bumper case with no problems..
I'll try to upload some pictures for you to see.. The only disadvantage is that the feel of the xg protector is worst from other clear screen protectors, using the dry install method.
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I agree. You must have a defective one. My second set has all the correct cutouts. Here's my with the XDA case with XG front and rear protector on. The link is to the front.
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I bought an LG G3 for Verizon a few weeks ago. I love the screen protector that came on the phone out of the box. There is a little flip tab at the very top but I removed it easily without messing up the rest of the protector. Here is my problem: Near the bottom of the phone the words AUDIO JACK and CHARGING port appear, along with an icon for each and arrows pointing downward to show where each of these hardware ports are. I find these labels very annoying and I want to remove them, while keeping the screen protector. I tried using a Q-Tip with rubbing alcohol and my wife's nail polish remover for a few seconds as well and neither appeared the print. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to remove this print?
Buy one for a dollar on ebay or amazon or China.
please hit thanks if i helped in any way. send from my g3 d852 beast
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I bought an LG G3 for Verizon a few weeks ago. I love the screen protector that came on the phone out of the box. There is a little flip tab at the very top but I removed it easily without messing up the rest of the protector. Here is my problem: Near the bottom of the phone the words AUDIO JACK and CHARGING port appear, along with an icon for each and arrows pointing downward to show where each of these hardware ports are. I find these labels very annoying and I want to remove them, while keeping the screen protector. I tried using a Q-Tip with rubbing alcohol and my wife's nail polish remover for a few seconds as well and neither appeared the print. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to remove this print?
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Yeah - rip it off and buy a new screen protector. You're doing a lot more work than it would take to just put a new one on the phone.
It came with a screen protector? Or are u just talkin about the protective film
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moorreese said:
I bought an LG G3 for Verizon a few weeks ago. I love the screen protector that came on the phone out of the box. There is a little flip tab at the very top but I removed it easily without messing up the rest of the protector. Here is my problem: Near the bottom of the phone the words AUDIO JACK and CHARGING port appear, along with an icon for each and arrows pointing downward to show where each of these hardware ports are. I find these labels very annoying and I want to remove them, while keeping the screen protector. I tried using a Q-Tip with rubbing alcohol and my wife's nail polish remover for a few seconds as well and neither appeared the print. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to remove this print?
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i got my g3 from verizon and i didn't get a screen protector...... tf
He's talking about the plastic shipping cover. I used mine for a week or so while waiting for my iCarez 0.2mm glass protector to arrive.
The words on the bottom were annoying, it was getting somewhat scratched up, and it was lifting off in some areas. Also, screen touch sensitivity varied and was generally poor.
I left the removal tag on mine, and when the real one came in I pulled it off and threw it away. Don't forget the bat-shaped bit of plastic over the power button...
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I was trying to avoid having to remove this one. I've bought them on my own before and I can never get them to fit perfectly. I will just buy a 5 pack and see. Thanks for all the responses.
Do yourself a favor and ditch the plastic ones, get a glass protector. They fit better and apply much easier.
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He's talking about the plastic shipping cover. I used mine for a week or so while waiting for my iCarez 0.2mm glass protector to arrive.
...snip!
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Do yourself a favor and ditch the plastic ones, get a glass protector. They fit better and apply much easier.
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Yes, the iCarez .2mm is very good and was the easiest protector to apply that I've ever used on any phone. Not quite as oleophobic as the .4mm that VZW sells in the store, but is definitely more sensitive to the touch.
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I was trying to avoid having to remove this one. I've bought them on my own before and I can never get them to fit perfectly. I will just buy a 5 pack and see. Thanks for all the responses.
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Just get the oleophobic screen protectors. They go on dry and fit really nice. They feel a lot like tempered glass ones. Or just get Tempered glass one. They usually have the oleophobic coating on them. It definitely makes it easier to clean.
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I have always preferred minimalist cases, especially on a phone this gorgeous. I've always had great luck with the Ringke and Nillkin slim/thin fit cases but, this time around, when I went to pre-order my phone, the only slim cases available were manufactured by Spigen and Elago. Now, I LOVE Elgo cases because they're almost like not having a case at all, just like a skin. They offer no real drop protection, but are primarily designed for scratch protection. Absolutely no lip on the front to protect the display. Still, they fit the bill for me and are my case of choice when at home or the office. Places where I NEVER drop my phone and, if I do, it's on very soft carpet.
Anyway, I went ahead and ordered the Spigen slim case. While it DID look awesome and provided some added protection in the form of a slight lip at the top and bottom of the display, ultimately the case failed me. My phone is perfectly unscathed. However, the Spigen design results in a ton of flex and bend when removing the case. Eventually, this lead to the case cracking along the backside. Not acceptable.
Today I received my Ringke slim case (now available on Amazon) and I must say I'm VERY happy with it. The fit is perfect, almost no bend or flex when taking the case off or putting it on, and the lip of protection for the display along the top and bottom edge is even more pronounced than the lip on the Spigen model.
5/5 stars from me. An awesome, lightweight, nearly zero bulk case that offers excellent drop and scratch protection. If this is what you're looking for, look no further than Ringke's offering. Go get it!
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I have always preferred minimalist cases, especially on a phone this gorgeous. I've always had great luck with the Ringke and Nillkin slim/thin fit cases but, this time around, when I went to pre-order my phone, the only slim cases available were manufactured by Spigen and Elago. Now, I LOVE Elgo cases because they're almost like not having a case at all, just like a skin. They offer no real drop protection, but are primarily designed for scratch protection. Absolutely no lip on the front to protect the display. Still, they fit the bill for me and are my case of choice when at home or the office. Places where I NEVER drop my phone and, if I do, it's on very soft carpet.
Anyway, I went ahead and ordered the Spigen slim case. While it DID look awesome and provided some added protection in the form of a slight lip at the top and bottom of the display, ultimately the case failed me. My phone is perfectly unscathed. However, the Spigen design results in a ton of flex and bend when removing the case. Eventually, this lead to the case cracking along the backside. Not acceptable.
Today I received my Ringke slim case (now available on Amazon) and I must say I'm VERY happy with it. The fit is perfect, almost no bend or flex when taking the case off or putting it on, and the lip of protection for the display along the top and bottom edge is even more pronounced than the lip on the Spigen model.
5/5 stars from me. An awesome, lightweight, nearly zero bulk case that offers excellent drop and scratch protection. If this is what you're looking for, look no further than Ringke's offering. Go get it!
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Do you think this will work with the whitestone dome glass protector?
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daddymikey1975 said:
Do you think this will work with the whitestone dome glass protector?
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Absolutely, it will. I used it together with the Whitestone on my S8+ and Note8.
I won't use Whitestone anymore though. Way overpriced and far too fragile. They also tend to lift up over time, even with a perfect installation and no drops or knocks. There are smarter options available, if you're patient.
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Absolutely, it will. I used it together with the Whitestone on my S8+ and Note8.
I won't use Whitestone anymore though. Way overpriced and far too fragile. They also tend to lift up over time, even with a perfect installation and no drops or knocks. There are smarter options available, if you're patient.
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I had a whitestone on my S7 Edge for a year and my note 8 for the last 6 months with good results.
I'm open to other suggestions though...
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Pics now attached. You can see my fingers on the other side of the phone with it face down on the table, demonstrating the lift the lip provides. The display is well-protected. This is surely the slimmest case you can get for the S9+ that still offers drop protection and guards against screen damage in the event of a fall.
You can also see that the camera is well protected. I was even able to fit a large metal plate behind the case to allow it to attach to my car mount, and I've positioned it in such a place as to avoid any interference with wireless charging. Everything works properly.
I got this case and love it as well! Even thinking about getting some of the other colors available, for days when you need a little extra protection their onyx case is not bad either, still thin but not as slim
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I got this case and love it as well! Even thinking about getting some of the other colors available, for days when you need a little extra protection their onyx case is not bad either, still thin but not as slim
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Agreed. Top notch case.
ugly AF case, those buttons cutouts must not be on the case.
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ugly AF case, those buttons cutouts must not be on the case.
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Sure, the case isn't for everyone. Some people (perhaps you?) prefer a huge bulky case with all kinds of patterns colors and textures that detract from the clean lines and curves of the devices. But this is a plain black case, with almost nothing to it. What about it is "ugly," in your opinion?
Also, I don't even know what this means: "those buttons [sic] cutouts must not be on the case." The cutouts must not be on the case? What?! Can you help us understand what the heck you're saying?
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Sure, the case isn't for everyone. Some people (perhaps you?) prefer a huge bulky case with all kinds of patterns colors and textures that detract from the clean lines and curves of the devices. But this is a plain black case, with almost nothing to it. What about it is "ugly," in your opinion?
Also, I don't even know what this means: "those buttons [sic] cutouts must not be on the case." The cutouts must not be on the case? What?! Can you help us understand what the heck you're saying?
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yeah he probably prefer one of those ugly otterbox or UAG cases that instead of cutouts have huge layers of silicone or tpu covering the buttons and making them harder to press. Those cases sell wel so yeah a lot of people like them, to each their own.
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ugly AF case, those buttons cutouts must not be on the case.
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What case are you using?
Care to show where you positioned the metal plate?
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yeah, uag cases are beautiful but also have some ugly cutouts where buttons are.
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Pics now attached. You can see my fingers on the other side of the phone with it face down on the table, demonstrating the lift the lip provides. The display is well-protected. This is surely the slimmest case you can get for the S9+ that still offers drop protection and guards against screen damage in the event of a fall.
You can also see that the camera is well protected. I was even able to fit a large metal plate behind the case to allow it to attach to my car mount, and I've positioned it in such a place as to avoid any interference with wireless charging. Everything works properly.
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tips on how to move the clock to the middle of the screen like yours?
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yeah, uag cases are beautiful but also have some ugly cutouts where buttons are.
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UAG cases don't compliment the design of the S9/S9+ at all. They're functional, and offer great protection, but they're bulky and rugged-looking. The S9 is not bulky or rugged-looking. That's not its design.
Surprise! Button cutouts allow for direct access to the buttons. Keeping the feel and function of those buttons STOCK.
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tips on how to move the clock to the middle of the screen like yours?
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Substratum/Andromeda System Mods.
Thanks for the detailed reviews and pics. Although this case isn't for me, I appreciate your review in that it helped me decide the same ??Guess I'll stick to the one that comes with the phone out of the box.
IndDoc said:
Thanks for the detailed reviews and pics. Although this case isn't for me, I appreciate your review in that it helped me decide the same ??Guess I'll stick to the one that comes with the phone out of the box.
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Your phone came with a case?
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Care to show where you positioned the metal plate?
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Right there.
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Right there.
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Sorry, didn't realize the rotation was off, but you still get the idea, I'm sure.
I ordered a $2.15 LOCA tempered glass screen protector on Aliexpress. Purchased 08/28 and received it today 09/17. I live in San Francisco. Overall the quality of the screen is pretty much the same as the Whitestone. This one doesn't come with the plastic alignment case that the Whitestone comes with, but you get a UV light and single bottle of glue. I used the same procedure as Whitestone but just without the guide. Also you don't get any tapes to protect the USB ports, etc. I just cut some packing tape and covered those up. I did ok, there is a small air bubble at the bottom. I hope it slowly cures over time. My experience with Whitestone is that you don't want to push and squeeze too hard. You can barely notice it when screen is on, but I'm kind of OCD so I ordered another and may swap it.
So if you have experience and can wait (Note 10/10+ comes with a screen protector), save some money. BTW, finger print works just fine.
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is that an Spigen tough armor case?
cheers
Same experience. Nothing fancy, but it gets the job done. Just tape over the speakers. There are some on ebay for a similar price if you don't like using Ali for some reason.
Whitestone and AMFILM are good if you need to be spoon fed.
*looks at my Whitestone with no bubbles* Hmmm... Maybe being "spoon-fed" isn't so bad.
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*looks at my Whitestone with no bubbles* Hmmm... Maybe being "spoon-fed" isn't so bad.
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I had bubble with my first Whitestone. I think having the guide cage helps but if you have experience, it's not necessary. There is just some luck to it.
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gordec said:
I had bubble with my first Whitestone. I think having the guide cage helps but if you have experience, it's not necessary. There is just some luck to it.
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I've installed quite a few LOCA TGSPs. Some I bought LOCA separate and then bought a TGSP and made my own kit. Worked great, was messy AF to install, cause I had NO idea how much to use, LOL. and they all chipped and cracked in a week or two.
I've also bought some cheaper kits that included the right amount of LOCA and a TGSP. They ended up lifting on the edges. Last one I tried was Note 9.
I wound buying a second used Note 9 that already had Whitestone Dome installed by the previous owner, and I loved it. So when I pre-ordered my Note 10+, I pre-ordered a Whitestone Dome for it. Sucked paying over $40, but honestly, I've spent hundreds in the past trying to find the "perfect" screen protector. Don't regret Whitestone or the money spent at all. And the installation tray made it dead simple. It was worth it to get it right the first time.
If I had to change TGSPs, if go with AmFilm, just because they're also getting great reviews are basically half the price. Or I'd go back to a soft screen protector, the Ringke Dual Easy Film. It's just basically invisible.
Mr. Orange 645 said:
I've installed quite a few LOCA TGSPs. Some I bought LOCA separate and then bought a TGSP and made my own kit. Worked great, was messy AF to install, cause I had NO idea how much to use, LOL. and they all chipped and cracked in a week or two.
I've also bought some cheaper kits that included the right amount of LOCA and a TGSP. They ended up lifting on the edges. Last one I tried was Note 9.
I wound buying a second used Note 9 that already had Whitestone Dome installed by the previous owner, and I loved it. So when I pre-ordered my Note 10+, I pre-ordered a Whitestone Dome for it. Sucked paying over $40, but honestly, I've spent hundreds in the past trying to find the "perfect" screen protector. Don't regret Whitestone or the money spent at all. And the installation tray made it dead simple. It was worth it to get it right the first time.
If I had to change TGSPs, if go with AmFilm, just because they're also getting great reviews are basically half the price. Or I'd go back to a soft screen protector, the Ringke Dual Easy Film. It's just basically invisible.
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Soft ones are uncomfortable with spen right? I tried one for the Note 9.
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gordec said:
Soft ones are uncomfortable with spen right? I tried one for the Note 9.
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Depends on which one you buy the wet install ones typically suck to use with the SPen. The Ringke was awesome. Couldn't tell it was there, even with the SPen. I honestly can't speak highly enough of them. They honestly feel like glass.
Thanks. Bought one to try.
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Mr. Orange 645 said:
Depends on which one you buy the wet install ones typically suck to use with the SPen. The Ringke was awesome. Couldn't tell it was there, even with the SPen. I honestly can't speak highly enough of them. They honestly feel like glass.
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Installed it. I like it. It's not glass but very smooth with Spen. The extreme edges has slight lift but very mild. Not sure if you had some tricks to get all the edges to stay down.
gordec said:
Installed it. I like it. It's not glass but very smooth with Spen. The extreme edges has slight lift but very mild. Not sure if you had some tricks to get all the edges to stay down.
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I haven't tried one on my N10+, but installed them on my Note 9 and my wife's S10+. Neither one had any issues with the edges lifting at all. I wish I had some tricks to offer, but I just followed the directions.
It's funny, when I installed my wife's Ringke on her S10+ I was showing her the difference between it and the Whitestone Dome tempered glass (which are the time was on my Note 9). I was showing her how glass was smoother than her Ringke protector, but to my surprise, my finger actually glided easier across her Ringke than my Whitestone! Now my Whitestone Dome on that phone was a few months old, so some of the oleophobic coating had probably worn off and her Ringke screen protector was brand new, but I was really shocked and just how smooth it was to the touch.
As far as the lifting edges, two thoughts. One, you didn't get it lined up perfectly so maybe something is a little off? A half millimeter either way could make it uneven. But I don't think thats the issue. Two, perhaps the edges of your phone weren't clean enough and had some residual oils? Or three, you just got a faulty screen protector. If it gets worse, try the second one in the pack. If that fails, reach out to Ringke and they should replace it for free.
Mr. Orange 645 said:
I haven't tried one on my N10+, but installed them on my Note 9 and my wife's S10+. Neither one had any issues with the edges lifting at all. I wish I had some tricks to offer, but I just followed the directions.
It's funny, when I installed my wife's Ringke on her S10+ I was showing her the difference between it and the Whitestone Dome tempered glass (which are the time was on my Note 9). I was showing her how glass was smoother than her Ringke protector, but to my surprise, my finger actually glided easier across her Ringke than my Whitestone! Now my Whitestone Dome on that phone was a few months old, so some of the oleophobic coating had probably worn off and her Ringke screen protector was brand new, but I was really shocked and just how smooth it was to the touch.
As far as the lifting edges, two thoughts. One, you didn't get it lined up perfectly so maybe something is a little off? A half millimeter either way could make it uneven. But I don't think thats the issue. Two, perhaps the edges of your phone weren't clean enough and had some residual oils? Or three, you just got a faulty screen protector. If it gets worse, try the second one in the pack. If that fails, reach out to Ringke and they should replace it for free.
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The lift is really very minor. Only the most OCD types will mind. Thanks for the rec. I agree how easy it's to glide your finger on it. Finger print also works better.
gordec said:
The lift is really very minor. Only the most OCD types will mind. Thanks for the rec. I agree how easy it's to glide your finger on it. Finger print also works better.
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I installed Whitestone on my N10+, but bought a pack of Ringke as a back up. Crack the Whitestone, I can install the Ringke while waiting on a replacement.
But, I think what I'll do is next paycheck, I'm going to order the AmFilm LOCA screen protector and run a little comparison.
I've used Whitestone for a month now and am pleased, but I do think it made the FP sensor less accurate But I'll remove it and install the Ringke and see how I like it, especially with the fingerprint sensor.
I'll use that for a couple weeks then install the AmFilm tempered glass one and compare it to the others.
It means a waste of $40, but in the name of inaccurate anecdotal science, why not? And if I decide I prefer Whitestone after all, it's just a $10 replacement under warranty to go back to it. I'll post my results in a thread here, maybe with some pictures.
Sorry, I know that had nothing to do with your lifting edges. Just thinking out loud. And by out loud, I mean in silence and just typing it.
The lifting edges of ringke, when I installed on my s10+, I found it best to work them down initially then just wait a while before trying again. I waited around 30 mins to 1hr after fitting it and found they stuck down easily.
I struggled with the 1st protector so discarded it but using the waiting method, the 2nd protector sides stayed down.
If you like the original screen protector you can get OEM quality screen protectors cheap on eBay. You want ones made out of PET which are harder like the OEM ones and not the soft TPU ones that you have to install wet and they dent way too easily. I install the PET ones wet though as you have time to move it around on the screen to get it aligned perfectly and you just push out the solution (I spray purple cleaner on the screen before I install) and any dust is removed when you push out the solution.
Just installed one myself that came from aliexpress. It turned out fine but was a bit disappointed that the glass is curvy on the edges like an s10 rather than being "boxy" so the edges are a bit exposed. Can't be bothered though to buy another one and go through the installation again as it took quite some time to get it done. Fingerprint is working fine, just press the fingerprint area while curing for the first time.
ajsmsg78 said:
If you like the original screen protector you can get OEM quality screen protectors cheap on eBay. You want ones made out of PET which are harder like the OEM ones and not the soft TPU ones that you have to install wet and they dent way too easily. I install the PET ones wet though as you have time to move it around on the screen to get it aligned perfectly and you just push out the solution (I spray purple cleaner on the screen before I install) and any dust is removed when you push out the solution.
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I thought using a wet solution would make the glue not stick anymore for the PET types. Also I was told by Samsung that the stock screen protector is applied with a UV light to cure. So it's like a tempered glass install but a thin plastic type?
fusiondynamics said:
I thought using a wet solution would make the glue not stick anymore for the PET types. Also I was told by Samsung that the stock screen protector is applied with a UV light to cure. So it's like a tempered glass install but a thin plastic type?
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The adhesive will stick fine on the protector even if you install it wet. I do it all the time.
what is the price this protector?
protector price,?
ajsmsg78 said:
The adhesive will stick fine on the protector even if you install it wet. I do it all the time.
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What do you use, just water or lightly soapy solution?