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[Q] Nexus 4 dust collection near the earpiece

Hi folks!
I'm norwegian, so my english may not be 100% throughout this post.
I just got my Nexus 4 from my local operator, Telenor, and I have noticed some dust collection in the "gap" between the glass front ant the chrome bezel. I know this is beyond picky, but has anyone else noticed this, AND did a case like the official bumper help?
I haven't tried the bumper yet, since I live in Norway and it is not easy to get that stuff here, so I don't really know how much of the bezel it covers.
Also, how much does it cover the gap between the glass and the plastic compared to the Rearth Ringke Fusion?
Thanks!

joachimbv said:
Hi folks!
I'm norwegian, so my english may not be 100% throughout this post.
I just got my Nexus 4 from my local operator, Telenor, and I have noticed some dust collection in the "gap" between the glass front ant the chrome bezel. I know this is beyond picky, but has anyone else noticed this, AND did a case like the official bumper help?
I haven't tried the bumper yet, since I live in Norway and it is not easy to get that stuff here, so I don't really know how much of the bezel it covers.
Also, how much does it cover the gap between the glass and the plastic compared to the Rearth Ringke Fusion?
Thanks!
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I have the same issue - gap on the top between screen and metal frame. I clean it by swiping with a corner of thin paper (like check which you get when buy something). It annoys me pretty much as it is the only defect which i have.
Actually, I created a thread dedicated to this issue some time ago
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=39123021

Hi,
Had to sent my Nexus 4 to had the screen replaced (it fell on the street.. face down..).
Touch screen was not working anymore. Glass was completely shattered.
I chose to had it repaired and got it back the same day.
Here's the strange bit;
I think I will call them again and have my Nexus 4 rechecked under warranty, as the phone did not have the gap between the glass and the frame/bezel before this. Now it's collecting dust, etc en I even see it in front of the front camera (so behind the glass!).
But.. I first want to make sure my original state did not have this problem. Will compare it to my colleague's phone, but she's out today.
Btw, what usually works for me to clean the earpiece, USB port, from dust, to take a piece of 'clay' (by lack of a better explanation) which is used to stick posters to the wall instead of tape.
It looks like clay/chewing gum. You stick it right in and it will get almost all dust and pocket lint out.
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Just a small additional note.
With a screen not properly working, "OK, Google" with the extra funtionalities from the 'Commandr' app can get you a long way with still using the phone.

Zagg Glass & Mirror Galaxy Note 4 (BUYER BEWARE)

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.

JohnnyEpic said:
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.

chosenhobo said:
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.

JohnnyEpic said:
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

JohnnyEpic said:
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

Cbass15 said:
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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JohnnyEpic said:
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.

Tempered Glass Screen Protectors

I am looking for a good tempered glass screen protector. So far I have found these (list will be below) and was wondering which was best/worst.
List of Protectors
https://oneplus.net/oneplus-5-3d-tempered-glass-screen-protector
http://orzly.com/oneplus-5-pro-fit-tempered-glass-screen-protector.html
http://nillkin.org/smartphones-accessories/oneplus-accessories/oneplus-5-a5000-accessories/nillkin-oneplus-5-a5000-h
http://nillkin.org/smartphones-accessories/oneplus-accessories/oneplus-5-a5000-accessories/nillkin-oneplus-5-a5000-h-pro

I've just got today the twin pack orzly from Amazon £9:99 fit perfect easy to apply and fit nice with official flip wallet case ,
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I've also persuaded 1+ to send me a free 3D tempered glass due to my replacement handset not having the factory fitted screen protector ( sealed replacement from o2) and there sending it priority ?
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DoobyDroid said:
I've just got today the twin pack orzly from Amazon £9:99 fit perfect easy to apply and fit nice with official flip wallet case ,
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I've also persuaded 1+ to send me a free 3D tempered glass due to my replacement handset not having the factory fitted screen protector ( sealed replacement from o2) and there sending it priority
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Thanks! if i might ask how long did it take for the Orzly protector to arrive? I looked at it and it said something like july 24th or something crazy like that

iboyperson said:
Thanks! if i might ask how long did it take for the Orzly protector to arrive? I looked at it and it said something like july 24th or something crazy like that
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Amazon came next day prime
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Amazon came next day prime
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You are in UK, I presume...
I ordered it on Amazon a few days ago in US and it said estimated delivery July 20 - August 10. It supposedly shipped, but I don't have a tracking number.
Also orzly's site offers a global shipping option, but it's more than I'd like to spend.

Yes was expensive direct from orzly or 1+ , think I got lucky getting a twin pack for £9:99 free next day delivery was originally priced £21
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Same here! They fit great.

Personally I was not happy with the ones from OnePlus. They cut off a pixel or two of columns off either side if you are looking at it straight on. I had to hold it at an angle to see the scrollbar in the app drawer.
I also think it adds too much height offset to the home button/fingerprint scanner but maybe that will be the same with any glass one.

stebsgb1 said:
Same here! They fit great.
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Do you think it would fit the otterbox case?

From what I've seen, anything but the one made by 1+. that one cuts off a few pixel at both sides of the screen. I ordered the one from Orzly since I have been reading good things about it but it still hasn't arrived.

Whitestone some glass said they would make one for the OnePlus 5 if demand was high enough

iboyperson said:
Do you think it would fit the otterbox case?
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Yes, I have the OnePlus flip case and had the same question. There's a 1mm gap ?

I am losing the original glass protector? What should I do?

Hello, my original screen protector is coming off
What do you suggest should I do? Samsung does not change it, does it?
I read the glass screen protectors on the market are not so goods, too may problems with fingerprints and so on..

Well just buy a new one from amazon... I. Just order a 2 pack spigen pack 7.99 on amazon... This one has light scratches and the spigen on my note 9 is brilliant...
On the finger print side can't say as haven't put it but will tomorrow. People on the reviews say it works fine so...

Samsung does not replace it but they offer a similar version to the OEM that came on the phone. I remember seeing a lot of talk about them being $29.xx for a three pack. That seemed kind of high to me when for not much more you could do the Dome Glass. There have been mixed reviews of the Dome Glass. The most common complaint seems to be that it is difficult to install. It looks simple and straight forward, watching the videos on YouTube, but in the real world things are never perfect. There is one video on YouTube, 14 screen protectors for the S10+, or something like that and the vlogger puts on, tests and talks about all 14 different screen protectors. If you don't want to watch the whole video, it kind of long, he lists his recommendations in order from the best to the worst in the video notes. Over at Android Central I posted a question about this, https://forums.androidcentral.com/s...dome-glass-stock-something-else-new-post.html, and was surprised how many people are going without anything. I keep watching the front camera area for scratches and have just about convinced myself to go naked too. Mine isn't lifting up but it is pretty scratched up with a few deep enough to feel.

Just use it without the film. The sensivity in fingerprint sensor is amazing!

I am using this one from amazon and found it really good.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07RW748Q4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I saw that some protector are above the camera, others not. I read that it is not good for the lens to have a film over.. Am I right?

Screen protectors don't provide drop protection for phones with edge to edge displays and minimal bezels because the vast majority of the time a phone gets dropped on one of its sides rather than the area the screen protector is covering.
But people who walk around with their phone in their pocket or in a bag will scratch up their displays if they don't use a screen protector. The display doesn't ever have to come into contact with anything as obvious as coins or keys to get scratched--particles of sandlike grit that turn up inside a pocket will scratch a smartphone screen.
Whether or not you need a screen protector pretty much depends on how you carry your phone but people who think they are purchasing drop protection often end up disappointed.

brunotuga said:
Well just buy a new one from amazon... I. Just order a 2 pack spigen pack 7.99 on amazon... This one has light scratches and the spigen on my note 9 is brilliant...
On the finger print side can't say as haven't put it but will tomorrow. People on the reviews say it works fine so...
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Spigen neoflex had bad orange peel effect on the note 8 and note 9 series.
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Limeybastard said:
Spigen neoflex had bad orange peel effect on the note 8 and note 9 series.
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Not on mine and to be fair on this one have put it on at around 4 pm is really good now dry and clear...

brunotuga said:
Not on mine and to be fair on this one have put it on at around 4 pm is really good now dry and clear...
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Post a pic with the light reflecting of it.
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Post a pic with the light reflecting of it.
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Hope this helps...

brunotuga said:
Hope this helps...
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Thanks for taking the time taking pics, their film has too much orange peel for my liking.
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Well I thought that was bad as soon I put it but after a few hrs the marks do go away and its nice... Well the protection vs the original is better to be fair

Also worth mentioning that the blue light filter is on the the pics and is almost all the way up... So maybe why looks orange.

Whitestone Dome Preorder

I've never bought Whitestone Dome before, because I just couldn't justify the price. Well, I recently bought a used Note 9 that already had one installed. And now I see why everyone raves about them.
I got to thinking, I usually spend more buying cheap screen protectors than I would if I just ponied up the money upfront for Dome. So I decided to preorder a Whitestone for my Note 10+.
Here's my question for those that have bought them in the past. If I only have one Note 10+, is there any reason to get the two-pack? Don't they come with a lifetime warranty anyway? I think I read warranty replacements are only $10, so would it make sense to spend $15 more for the two-pack? Or am I missing something?
I ask because when I pre-ordered, they only had the single in stock, and I got it for $41. Well now the two pack is in stock for $54. Would it be worth it to cancel my first order and get the two-pack?
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Mr. Orange 645 said:
I've never bought Whitestone Dome before, because I just couldn't justify the price. Well, I recently bought a used Note 9 that already had one installed. And now I see why everyone raves about them.
I got to thinking, I usually spend more buying cheap screen protectors than I would if I just ponied up the money upfront for Dome. So I decided to preorder a Whitestone for my Note 10+.
Here's my question for those that have bought them in the past. If I only have one Note 10+, is there any reason to get the two-pack? Don't they come with a lifetime warranty anyway? I think I read warranty replacements are only $10, so would it make sense to spend $15 more for the two-pack? Or am I missing something?
I ask because when I pre-ordered, they only had the single in stock, and I got it for $41. Well now the two pack is in stock for $54. Would it be worth it to cancel my first order and get the two-pack?
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Where did you order 2 for 54?
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I had the Whitestone Dome on my Note 8, put it on day one of owning the phone. Two years later and it's still sitting pretty with no issues. I have dropped my phone a couple times, nothing major, but every time I approached my phone fearing the worst. The Dome is tough as nails, though. Crack-free since day 1.
I would say the 2 pack is unnecessary for most people, but if you are the kind to juggle your phone or plan to use it as an airsoft scope then sure, pick up the two piece.

They don't work that good with in screen fingerprint, alot of misses.
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My wife's started flaking away after it hit something in her purse. Mine has had no issues over 2 yrs. The best reason for 2 is if somehow damage it.
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knight900 said:
Where did you order 2 for 54?
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The Whitestone website has them on sale with a 10% off promo code.

k4p741nkrunch said:
I had the Whitestone Dome on my Note 8, put it on day one of owning the phone. Two years later and it's still sitting pretty with no issues. I have dropped my phone a couple times, nothing major, but every time I approached my phone fearing the worst. The Dome is tough as nails, though. Crack-free since day 1.
I would say the 2 pack is unnecessary for most people, but if you are the kind to juggle your phone or plan to use it as an airsoft scope then sure, pick up the two piece.
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How much is a warranty replacement? I was thinking it was only $10 anyway.

Dark4rce-2 said:
My wife's started flaking away after it hit something in her purse. Mine has had no issues over 2 yrs. The best reason for 2 is if somehow damage it.
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The Whitestone website has them on sale with a 10% off promo code.
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Unfortunately they do not ship to the country I am in. I guess I just have to wait for local distributor to bring it in.
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I used them on my Note 9 since launch I'm on my second, first was my own fault put my keys in the wrong pocket and they chipped the edge of the glass then over time it cracked more and flaked away, second is fairly solid but shows signs of lifting on one side, but I work outside and do fairly physical work so they do take a fair bit, but they do way better than any other screen protector I've ever used, they seem to survive drops and hits way better and the screen response is way better.
also the only protector I've found for curved screens that doesn't let dust in behind it due to it being fully glued unlike most that seem to only glue the edges and in some cases it's not even all 4.

I'd wait to see how it works with the fingerprint reader first. The reviews of the S10 one are not great.

Yup, I ordered one but I am kind if surprised by the contrast between the positive recommendations I find in forums and a few poor reviews I read on Amazon, especially about the s10 version. Hope it means that forum users are more evolved users when it comes to installing screen protectors... Paid 60€ to find out, will come back here for a review.

My experience was awesome for almost 10 mos, but the past couple of mos I can see dried adhesive on the top where it looks like air bubbles underneath. No clue why or how that happened but im assuming that it just dried out after a while. That was my first time using it on my note 9, so I have kind of mixed emotions on getting one for the 10+. Depending on the quality of these other tempered glass protectors I bought, I may or may not get one but as far as durability goes, I have dropped my phone multiple times and only this last time which was on concrete did it even slightly crack. So I will give it 2 thumbs up for durability.

swaze said:
My experience was awesome for almost 10 mos, but the past couple of mos I can see dried adhesive on the top where it looks like air bubbles underneath. No clue why or how that happened but im assuming that it just dried out after a while. That was my first time using it on my note 9, so I have kind of mixed emotions on getting one for the 10+. Depending on the quality of these other tempered glass protectors I bought, I may or may not get one but as far as durability goes, I have dropped my phone multiple times and only this last time which was on concrete did it even slightly crack. So I will give it 2 thumbs up for durability.
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that's the problem I have with mine on the Note 9 at the moment, it started to appear after the phone took a bump, I believe it is just the glass lifted slightly in the bump.
on the people and the fingerprint scanner, seen a few reviews some people have said they had to try the install more than once to get the scanner to work properly so it may just be it needs to be installed well for the reader to pass through the glue and screen protector. but for me I'm more disappointed they took the Iris scan out, I've never had any luck with fingerprint readers in the past they always seem to struggle with my fingerprints. so I don't hold much hope on the scanner working well either way.

Are they case friendly? Or will it push off?
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butchieboy said:
Are they case friendly? Or will it push off?
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It really depends on the case. You'll have to wait for people to try it with various cases to find out.

JohnDoe01 said:
Yup, I ordered one but I am kind if surprised by the contrast between the positive recommendations I find in forums and a few poor reviews I read on Amazon, especially about the s10 version. Hope it means that forum users are more evolved users when it comes to installing screen protectors... Paid 60€ to find out, will come back here for a review.
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I hope they've worked the kinks out now they've had a few months to play around with it. I've had one on my Note 9 since the day it arrived and it still looks brand new so I'd feel much better with one on my 10+ next week.

my protector came today ready for friday, they have changed/added a step to the install I'm guessing to deal with the fingerprint scanner, there is a lump of what looks like machined polycarbonate and a suckercup, it slots into the bottom end of the installation jig and is placed on the glas before it is lowered with a ridge facing the phone I'm guessing to add pressure to middle of the protector as it sets, the lump also has a circle on it that it tells you to line the glue up in before lowering the screen protector.
so it seems a bit more fiddly to install as you are aiming for a target rather than just running the glue back to the protector, but I'm guessing it is to help with the fingerprint scanner and looking at how it installs user error could be a large factor in why people are seeing problems as the tolerances seem quite small. also I don't know if the S10 kits had this same install method but I know the Note 9 didn't have the step with the weight.

There is simply not a better screen protector out there. I have had Samsung phones since the very beginning (worked for a wireless carrier for 13 years). I've had every type of screen protector you can buy. I used to stick with Zagg glass as they were the truest to touch and I had a zagg store to install and replace them for $10 a pop whenever I wanted.
Then I found the Whitestone. I travel a LOT, I'm HARD on phones (backpacking, lots of water, etc). I use my phone for EVERYTHING. Once I got the hang of install NOTHING has come close. Durable, perfect tactile feel, nearly flawless install every time. I use fingerprint all the time (Samsung pay) and didnt have issues on Note 9, Galasy S10+ and dont expect them on the Note 10+ either.
You may have a little drying at the top of the protector but only after lots of direct sun, water submersion, or other. Make sure you cure it really well and you won't have an issue.
There is not going to be a better protector as the light adhesive barrier between the screen and the glass makes touch sensitivity perfect PLUS it reinforces the protector.
PROTIP: Get the 2 pack. Whitestone requires a picture of the cracked or damage replacement for a swap (only $10). Buy 2 so you can replace with the new one while getting the second swapped out.

jstodda said:
There is simply not a better screen protector out there. I have had Samsung phones since the very beginning (worked for a wireless carrier for 13 years). I've had every type of screen protector you can buy. I used to stick with Zagg glass as they were the truest to touch and I had a zagg store to install and replace them for $10 a pop whenever I wanted.
Then I found the Whitestone. I travel a LOT, I'm HARD on phones (backpacking, lots of water, etc). I use my phone for EVERYTHING. Once I got the hang of install NOTHING has come close. Durable, perfect tactile feel, nearly flawless install every time. I use fingerprint all the time (Samsung pay) and didnt have issues on Note 9, Galasy S10+ and dont expect them on the Note 10+ either.
You may have a little drying at the top of the protector but only after lots of direct sun, water submersion, or other. Make sure you cure it really well and you won't have an issue.
There is not going to be a better protector as the light adhesive barrier between the screen and the glass makes touch sensitivity perfect PLUS it reinforces the protector.
PROTIP: Get the 2 pack. Whitestone requires a picture of the cracked or damage replacement for a swap (only $10). Buy 2 so you can replace with the new one while getting the second swapped out.
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2-pack was sold out when i placed my order. Of course its in stock now, but I've already ordered. I'll just stick with the single pack and take my chances. $10 for a replacement seems reasonable enough.
If I decide i don't like the Whitestone Dome, I'll go back to Ringke Easy Film. Its easily the best soft screen protector on the market. I do love the Whitestone on my Note 9, I'm just not sure about how it will affect the FP reader. As others have said, it seems to be a mixed bag of reviews.

Mr. Orange 645 said:
2-pack was sold out when i placed my order. Of course its in stock now, but I've already ordered. I'll just stick with the single pack and take my chances. $10 for a replacement seems reasonable enough.
If I decide i don't like the Whitestone Dome, I'll go back to Ringke Easy Film. Its easily the best soft screen protector on the market. I do love the Whitestone on my Note 9, I'm just not sure about how it will affect the FP reader. As others have said, it seems to be a mixed bag of reviews.
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reading the install it sounds like you really need to be precise with fitting the protector, so I'm guessing if you can fit it well enough you shouldn't see any problems.

I've had very minimal issues with mine installed on my Note 9. I have just two short spider-lines at the top and two at the bottom. Plus there is a little bubbling right on the curve of the screen. These all came after a bump or drop, the install was pristine for months. I'm going with Whitestone again!
I've read its recommended to scan your fingers in several positions and to scan the same finger more than once, to get the best reading, and that's what I'll do.